Crown attorney
Government of Nova Scotia’s Public Prosecution Service based in Digby, NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Crown attorney. Government of Nova Scotia’s Public Prosecution Service oversees the prosecution of criminal offenses in the province. It ensures fair and effective legal proceedings, upholding the rule of law and public safety. Through experienced prosecutors and collaboration with law enforcement, the department works to secure just outcomes for victims and the community. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Nova Scotia
Department: Public Prosecution Service
Position: Crown attorney
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $1592.88 – $2938.84 Weekly
Employment Type: Permanent
Union Status: NSCAA
Location: Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada
Competition Number: 42475
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should be a practicing member of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society (or eligible to become so)00
Experience: Candidates should have at least three years experience working full time as a Crown Attorney
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be willing to travel throughout the province to prosecute cases and may be required to do so for extended periods of time
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have a thorough understanding of the prosecution process and competence in the areas of criminal procedures, evidence, and substantive criminal law
- The candidates should provide a current Certificate of Standing from their law society, including all jurisdictions of which they are members, whether non-practicing or practicing
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to specialize in the area of the prosecution of offences involving sexual violence
- The candidates should be able to engage in ongoing continuing legal education related to the prosecution of these offences
- The candidates should be able to act as a resource in the Region and elsewhere as directed by the Chief Crown Attorney for the Western Region
Benefits:
- The candidates will get Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs
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 and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.
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 procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!