Law Clerk, Municipal Law

Law Clerk Salary Range: $83,659 - $94,983

Senior Law Clerk Salary Range: $96,924 – $109,829

ABOUT US

Almost million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE
This role is responsible for providing a wide range of legal services including file management and document review, preparing draft agreements and by-laws for the Police Services Board and Regional Departments; reviewing reports and monitoring legislative change; conducting searches and registrations; providing transactional support and completing research of case law/legislation/policies in support of requests for legal advice; preparing draft responses and assisting legal counsel in researching and preparing for attendance before Council and/or the Police Services Board.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• Drafts and prepares reports , documents, agreements and supporting material for all areas of practice in the Legal Services Branch, with an emphasis on policing, governance, municipal and corporate matters.
• Administers contracts to ensure compliance with contractual terms.
• Performs due diligence including searches relevant to the practice area.
• Conducts legal research utilizing online legal research databases and other electronic sources.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate, from York Regional Police Services Board, York Regional Police , Regional Departments, legal counsel, private sector interests, other municipalities and police service boards, and provincial ministries and agencies.
• Prepares draft responses on behalf of legal counsel.
• Monitors procedures and processes to ensure legislative compliance in the practice area.
• Participates in formulation of policies and procedures relevant to practice area.
• Liaises with Police Services Board staff, client groups , other municipal or police service board staff and other bodies as necessary to address issues and other matters affecting the Police Service Board’s operating projects and activities.
• Conducts corporate search resources if necessary.
• Prepares by-laws for presentation to Council and Boards.
• Provides guidance and mentoring to support staff, as required.
• Participates on committees, work groups, user groups, task forces and special projects, as assigned.
• Ensures that services provided meet applicable customer service standards.
• Performs other duties, as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in a Law Clerk Program or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Sr. Law Clerk - Minimum 5 years’ experience as a law clerk in a private or public sector environment.
• Sound working knowledge of legislation relevant to the practice area.
• General knowledge of Ontario’s police governance and police service delivery framework, municipal government structure, policies, processes, responsibilities and of legal office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
• Demonstrated effective planning, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work effectively.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and proficiency using word processing, spreadsheet, scheduling and presentation applications and