Assignation Responsible Advisor

Ministry or organization: Quebec Administrative Tribunal

Number of positions to be filled: 1

Employment status: Regular

Description of the ministry or organization

• General information
• ASSIGNATION RESPONSIBLE ADVISOR - 1 regular position

Quebec Administrative Tribunal (QAT): Social Affairs Section (SAS) Mental Health Division (MHD). A regular position is to be filled at 500 René-Levesque West Blvd in Montreal or at 575 Jacques-Parizeau St in Quebec.

The MHD in Tribunal activities

The Mental Health Division, within the Social Affairs Section, acts as a Commission for the Examination of Mental Disorders under the Criminal Code. It rules on the dangerousness of individuals who have received a verdict of criminal irresponsibility due to mental disorders or a verdict of unfitness to stand trial. It makes the necessary and appropriate decisions regarding the detention or release of these individuals. It also rules on appeals filed under the Act on the Protection of Persons Whose Mental State Poses a Danger to Themselves or Others.

Working with us is what?

It's evolving in a convivial atmosphere where daily exchanges are part of our nature. It's teaming up with efficient, committed colleagues driven by the Tribunal's mission. It's also putting your expertise to good use to make a real difference in society.

Responsibilities of the position

At the heart of the MHD's judicial activities, you will act as a privileged partner between the president, administrative judges, the Secretariat, and external partners.

The adoption of Bill 23, the *Act mainly aimed at better accompanying persons whose mental state could represent a risk to their own safety or that of others*, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a major project.

Here's what you can expect on a daily basis:

• Ensure the analysis and coordination of complex judicial files;
• + Analyze complex or particularly challenging files;
• + Evaluate requests for additional review, postponement, or modification of hearings;
• + Monitor files with the Secretariat, administrative judges, and other partners;

+ Formulate recommendations and propose appropriate treatments.

• Contribute to the improvement and efficiency of judicial activities;
• + Coordinate the scheduling of hearings and the assignment of administrative judges;
• + Coordinate adjustments requested by partner institutions;
• + Ensure follow-ups related to scheduling changes;

+ Identify improvement opportunities to enhance the efficiency of activities.

• Act as a resource person for the presidency and partners;
• + Advise the president on complex files and issues raised;
• + Coordinate the processing of requests and manage priorities;
• + Draft correspondence projects and various documents;

+ Negotiate with lawyers, health institutions, and other partners to find suitable solutions.

What distinguishes the Quebec Administrative Tribunal

• Development and well-being platforms for your professional growth;
• Well-being spaces to socialize with colleagues and recharge;
• A physical activity support program (reimbursement of certain expenses, promotional agreements);
• A study support program;
• An active and full of ideas social club!

In a very pleasant environment and close to several services, the QAT stands out for its enviable geographical location and the size of its organization. Choosing the QAT as an employer means joining a team of about 350 people who unite their efforts to offer citizens a specialized, independent, and impartial tribunal where they can assert their rights against a decision made by the Public Administration or when their freedom is restricted due to their mental state.

Telework

Note that for most jobs, work is performed in a hybrid mode characterized by a maximum of two days per week in telework, according to the Telework Framework Policy. The modalities will be determined at the time of selection.

Desired profile and application modalities

Salary scale: Depending on your education and relevant experience, your annual salary could range between $55,611 and $103,369.

The amounts associated with the salary scale can be consulted on the Treasury Board Secretariat's website.

Job requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree (minimum 90 credits in law, administration, or any other field deemed relevant to the position.

+ A person may also submit their application if they are in the process of completing the final year of study required to obtain the required degree.

+ Each missing year of study can be compensated by a year of relevant study at the same or higher level as required. The required degree can also be compensated by a combination of university diplomas in relevant disciplines totaling a minimum of 90 credits or by a master's degree in a relevant discipline comprising a minimum of 45 credits.

+ For consideration, any study completed outside of Canada must be subject to a comparative evaluation issued by the Ministry of Immigration, Francization, and Integration.

• Possess Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit issued by the federal authority competent to occupy a position in the Quebec public service.

+ A person pending proof of permanent resident status or a work permit may submit their application to the present selection process. However, they must be authorized to work legally in Canada at the time of their appointment.

• Have appropriate knowledge of French for the functions.
• Other elements of the desired profile
• You are a person who:
• Is characterized by their resourcefulness and autonomy;
• Is comfortable communicating both in writing and orally;
• Possesses an extraordinary adaptability;
• Enjoys working in a team;
• Has a flawless sense of organization and priorities;
• Has a thirst for learning;
• Is proactive, always seeing things coming ahead;
• Bonus point if:
• You have experience and knowledge in the legal world;
• Microsoft 365 is no longer a secret to you.

You are the person we are looking for. Don't wait any longer and apply!

Application period: From July 23 to August 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

After the processing of your application, it is possible that this offer will no longer be accessible in your online file. Therefore, we suggest that you keep a copy of this offer for future reference.

The start date is scheduled for September 2026.

Registration: Registration must obligatorily be done using the online registration form. To submit your application, you must click on "". Note that you must register your file and click on the "Submit" button to register for the selection process.

Please note that it is your responsibility to provide a complete and detailed file including all your studies. Additionally, it is important to detail your work experiences, including your current job, and to complete the "Requirements and Assets" section by searching using keywords the elements specified in the job offer. This information is particularly used to identify applications that best match the desired profile. Once you have submitted your application, the information contained in the form cannot be modified.

No resumes are accepted, nor any applications submitted by mail, email, or fax. Only the selected candidates will be contacted.

Information on the funding process: funding@qat.gov.qc.ca.

Information on the responsibilities of the position: Marie-Sophie Dupont, cetm@qat.gov.qc.ca

Information on online registration modalities:

If you experience difficulties with online registration or believe it necessary to make changes to your form during the registration period, you can contact the Funding Assistance Center for the Quebec region at 418 528-7157, or elsewhere in Q.