Legal Assistant
Requisition ID: 5791
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Legal (20000045) - Legal (30000077)
Salary Information: $66,666.60 - $83,356.00
Pay Scale Group: 7SA
Employment Type: Temporary 1 year
Weekly Hours: 35, Off Days: Shift:
Posted On: May 13, 2022
Last Day to Apply: May 27, 2022
Reports to: Litigation Counsel
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."
General Accountability
Provides direct administrative assistance to appropriate Solicitors conducting litigation primarily focused in defending personal injury claims. The role primarily supports litigation in superior court and arbitration at the license appeal tribunal. The role also monitors and maintains documents, resources, and the departmental budget.
Key Job Functions
- Review, store, and update files on an ongoing basis as required.
- Schedule and coordinate various meetings, investigations, searches and other activities related under area of responsibility.
- Prepare and file motions or other court documents as required.
- Liaise with internal and external parties on matters related to area of responsibility.
- Draft and arrange various documents and reports.
- Perform general office administrative duties and provide additional support as required.
- Prepare and organize budget information and administer/approve cash or check disbursements as required for the role.
- Provide support to the hiring and training process as required.
- Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.
Skills
- Understand and apply administrative policies, processes, and procedures
- Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Use office technology, software and applications
Education and Experience
Completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQ(IA+) community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Human Resources – Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
Note: All TTC Employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a precondition of employment in accordance with TTC's Mandatory Vaccination Policy
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
