Municipal Paralegal

by Middlesex County

Position Type: Full-time
Location: London, ON
Date Posted: Oct 28, 2024
Experience: 3 Years
Education: College Diploma (2 years)
Middlesex County

Job Description

About Middlesex County
Middlesex County is a vibrant upper-tier municipality located in Southwestern Ontario.  We offer a thriving business climate, easy access to transportation routes, and quality of life. Middlesex County offers residents easy commutes, safe communities, a diverse economy, exceptional healthcare facilities, affordable housing, an array of educational opportunities and bountiful recreation and cultural choices in a picturesque setting. The County’s administration headquarters are located in London but Middlesex County is comprised of unique villages, towns and rural communities that have great attractions for residents and tourists. 

Working at Middlesex County
At Middlesex County, you will have a chance to make an impact in your everyday work and build lasting relationships in the communities in which we live and serve. We offer a culture that values inclusion, diversity of thought, and employee development. We invest in our people to help them leverage their strengths to achieve their career aspirations. Join our team and build a rewarding career in a progressive workplace that fosters innovation and leadership.

Position Overview
Reporting to the Director of Legal Services, the Municipal Paralegal plays a critical role in the delivery of legal services for Middlesex County and its participating partner municipalities. This position is responsible for independently prosecuting matters under the Provincial Offences Act before the Ontario Court of Justice. In addition to prosecutorial duties, the Municipal Paralegal provides comprehensive legal support and guidance to the Legal Services Department, assisting with research, document preparation, and the effective management of legal files.

Qualifications
  • Completion of a University Degree or Diploma in Criminology, Law Enforcement, Sociology or a related discipline.
  • 3 to 5 years’ experience in a courtroom as a municipal prosecutor dealing with Part III provincial offences, municipal by-laws, FPPA, Building Code, Planning Act, Appeals and Small Claims Court proceedings.
  • Experience in carrying out legal research, factums and responses.
  • Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario as a Paralegal.
  • A valid “G” driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract, and access to a vehicle to travel as required to fulfil job responsibilities.
  • Current Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to Middlesex County.
Additional details and a full job description are available at www.middlesex.ca.

What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation: the pay rate for this position is $47.26 to $55.29 per hour for 35 hours per week
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • Ability to participate in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Flexible work opportunities
  • Ongoing training and development
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume by email at hr@middlesex.ca by 4:30 p.m. on November 13, 2024.  
We welcome all interested candidates to apply. If you do not meet every qualification in the job description but your skills and experience align well with the role, we encourage you to consider applying. You may be the right candidate we are looking for with this role or other roles at Middlesex County.
Accommodations
Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview, please advise us of any accommodations that may be required. This information will be treated confidentially and only used for the purpose of providing an accessible recruitment experience.
Additional Information
We thank all applicants who apply, but only those applicants to be interviewed will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for candidate selection purposes only.