Assistant Crown Attorney
Government of Ontario, Ministry of the Attorney General, based in Thunder Bay is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Assistant Crown Attorney. Government of Ontario, Ministry of the Attorney General is a vital legal entity ensuring justice and legal services for the province’s residents. With a focus on upholding the rule of law, the ministry oversees courts, prosecutions, and legal policies. Its Thunder Bay branch plays a crucial regional role, offering accessible legal resources and services. By collaborating with local communities, the ministry fosters fair legal proceedings and administers various programs to support the public. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Ontario
Position: Assistant Crown Attorney
Organization: Ministry of the Attorney General
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: Salary Commensurate With Legal Experience, Salary is not mentioned, $32.00-$38.00 hourly estimated salary
Compensation Group: Ontario Crown Attorneys’ Association
Location: Thunder Bay
Division: Criminal Law Division
Job Term: 1 Permanent, 1 Temporary (up to 12 months secondment/contract with possibility of extension)
Job Code: OCAA – Crown Counsel
Job ID: 203367
Address: 1 Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 125 Brodie St N, Thunder Bay, North Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, Intelligence, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS. Plus, 1 Permanent, 125 Brodie St N, Thunder Bay, North Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, Intelligence, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be willing and able to travel to various locations within the North Region and/or Province, which include but are not limited to Armstrong, Fort Hope, Geraldton, Lansdowne House, Longlac, Manitouwadge, Marathon, Nipigon, Ogoki Post, Schreiber, Summer Beaver, and Webequie
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be members in good standing as a lawyer with the Law Society of Ontario
- The candidates should possess a valid Ontario Class ‘G’ Driver’s license
- The candidates should have knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada, Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, criminal law procedures, rules of evidence, and case law
- The candidates should possess knowledge and understanding of the role and function of a prosecutor in the criminal justice system in Ontario
- The candidates should have proven judgment and analytical ability to determine appropriate legal remedies
- The candidates should demonstrate interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, along with a proven ability to work with Indigenous Communities
- The candidates should have the ability to use computer technology and its related software
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to screen and prepare cases
- The candidates should be able to perform case management functions, and conduct prosecutions for criminal and quasi-criminal offences in the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice
- The candidates should be able to provide professional advice to police and related agencies on criminal matters
- The candidates should be able to draft indictments
- The candidates should be able to assist senior counsel with prosecutions and research
- The candidates should be able to work cooperatively with other justice sector partners
- The candidates should be able to undertake occasional travel (land or air) that may be required to various locations within the Province
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
Apply Online
https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/Apply.aspx?Language=English&JobID=203367
Source Link
https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/Preview.aspx?Language=English&JobID=203367
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected, and conducted for further procedures directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!