Crown attorney
Government of Nova Scotia’s Public Prosecution Service department based in Shelburne, NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Crown attorney. Government of Nova Scotia’s Public Prosecution Service department oversees criminal prosecutions, ensuring justice and public safety. It provide legal services such as case preparation and courtroom representation, working within Canadian legal frameworks. Functioning as a crucial arm of the justice system, it uphold integrity and fairness while safeguarding the rights of Nova Scotians. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Nova Scotia
Department: Public Prosecution Service
Position: Crown attorney
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $3185.77 – $5877.68 Bi Weekly
Employment Type: Permanent
Union Status: NSCAA
Location: Shelburne, NS, CA
Competition Number: 42476
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have a current Certificate of Standing from their law society, including all jurisdictions of which they are members, whether non-practicing or practicing
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of three years of full-time experience working as a Crown Attorney
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be willing to travel throughout the province to prosecute cases, which may involve extended periods of time
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be practicing members of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society or eligible to become so
- The candidates should possess a thorough understanding of the prosecution process and competence in criminal procedures, evidence, and substantive criminal law
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to report to the Chief Crown Attorney, Western Region, and be accountable for providing competent prosecution services
- The candidate should be able to advise law enforcement agencies upon request
- The candidate should be able to conduct the prosecution of charges resulting from matters within the Public Prosecution Service mandate that arise from law enforcement agency investigations and other prosecutions
- The candidate should be able to perform other duties as directed by the Chief Crown Attorney, Western Region
Benefits:
- The candidates will get health, dental, life insurance, pension, general illness 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!