Classification: Co-operative Education Training Program Level 2
Salary: $2,200.99 bi-weekly

The Indigenous law co-op student position is open to first and second-year law students who are pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. The position is only open to Indigenous applicants.

The term of this opportunity is from May 5 to August 29, 2025. The position is located in Richmond and the successful candidate may work a hybrid in-office and remote schedule. At a minimum, the successful candidate will be expected to travel to the office for their initial training period, at the end of their term and on a monthly basis. Travel expenses from a location outside of the lower mainland will be reimbursed.

About WCAT

The Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) gratefully and respectfully acknowledges that we serve communities throughout British Columbia. Many WCAT tribunal members work remotely from different areas of British Columbia. Our office is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking Musqueam people, and our work spans the traditional territories of the more than 200 First Nations and 38 Métis chartered communities across B.C.

WCAT is an independent, quasi-judicial tribunal that workers or employers can go to if they want to appeal a decision from WorkSafeBC. We are the final level of appeal in the B.C. workers’ compensation system. WCAT has authority to decide appeals about specific types of work-related matters outlined in section 288 and 289 of the Workers Compensation Act. WCAT decides appeals from decisions of the Review Division at WorkSafeBC and other direct appeals from WorkSafeBC, such as a certification to court.

WCAT conducts oral hearings in Richmond and travels to a number of locations throughout the province. WCAT also decides appeals by reviewing the record and written submissions made by the parties.

Why did WCAT create this opportunity?

WCAT acknowledges that truth-telling, learning, reconciliation, and actions is a long journey. Though WCAT provides this opportunity to Indigenous law students, WCAT also hopes to learn from the successful candidate and build reciprocal and meaningful relationships within the context of reconciliation. This initiative will increase opportunities in administrative law and the workers’ compensation system for Indigenous law students who have been historically underrepresented in administrative tribunals.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace. WCAT is committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email WCATRecruit@wcat.bc.ca if you require reasonable accommodation to fully participate in recruitment process.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities and learning opportunities, please refer to the job profile.

Job Requirements

To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below and in the job profile:

• Self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations – status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit)
• Be enrolled in a post-secondary law program at the time of applying for this opportunity and will have completed the second year of this program by May 2025.
• Preference will be given to applicants:
  • Who have completed courses in administrative law, legal research, and legal writing.
  • With an enthusiasm for, and clear record of commitment to, the work of reconciliation.

An eligibility list may be established. A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Application Requirements:

Cover letter required: NO – Do not submit a cover letter with your application as it will not be reviewed.
Resume required: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment, volunteer, post-secondary and community service history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Closing Date: Submit your resume to WCATRecruit@wcat.bc.ca by November 24, 2024 at 11pm.

If you have any questions, please contact WCATRecruit@wcat.bc.ca, or at 236-235-1512.