Counsel

Public Prosecution Service of Canada

Northwestern Ontario

CAD 80,000 - 100,000

Job description

Public Prosecution Service of Canada - National Capital Regional Office
Kenora (Ontario)
LP-02
$127,825 to $202,339

Closing date: 7 November 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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Important messages

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
The Federal Public Service is stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and an equitable, inclusive and accessible workplace culture. We are committed to being representative of Canadian society and ensuring that our workforce feels they belong. All candidates in the area of selection who believe they are qualified are encouraged to apply, especially equity groups like members of a racialized group, persons living with a disability, Indigenous Peoples, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Accessibility:
Set yourself up for success! As the objective of this process is to assess qualifications needed for the position(s) to be staffed, it is important to us that you feel included and that you can participate without barriers. We are committed to improving accessibility in all areas of our organization and adopting a “Yes, by default” approach when necessary requirements are requested.

Duties

Prosecutors play a key role in the Canadian criminal justice system. As Counsel at the PPSC, you will conduct criminal prosecutions on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions on many significant and complex cases related to drugs, organized crime, terrorism, money laundering, human trafficking, war crimes, and so on. You will quickly gain a breadth of knowledge and experience as you work on a variety of prosecutions.

The National Capital Regional Office (NCRO) is responsible for federal prosecutions in the East, Northwestern, and Northeastern regions of Ontario, as well as in judicial districts in western Quebec. The NCRO has expanded with the creation of an office in Kenora.

Work environment

The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is a national organization that prosecutes federal offences. We offer career opportunities for prosecutors, paralegals, legal assistants, and a wide range of business professionals.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one (1) position on an indeterminate basis. The results of this staffing process may also be used to staff similar positions in Kenora as needs arise.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:

Eligibility for membership in the Law Society of Ontario.

EXPERIENCE:

3 years of experience in criminal or quasi-criminal litigation.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience appearing in the Ontario Superior Court, the Ontario Court of Justice or an equivalent court in relation to criminal litigation.
Experience conducting litigation related to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code.
Experience addressing Indigenous justice issues in a litigation or advisory capacity.
Experience appearing in the Ontario Superior Court, the Ontario Court of Justice or an equivalent court in relation to criminal litigation in Northwestern Ontario.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid driver’s licence or ability and willingness to obtain.
Requirement to travel which may include assignments on short notice and for extended periods.
Ability and willingness to work outside normal working hours which may include working evenings, nights and weekends based on operational needs.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

KNOWLEDGE:

Sound knowledge of the role and practices of Crown Counsel in the conduct of criminal litigation.
Sound knowledge of criminal law and procedures including knowledge of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and its relevant case law.

COMPETENCIES:

Specialized skills and knowledge.
Professionalism.
Judgement.
Practice Management.
Communicating effectively.
Interpersonal Relationships.
Leadership.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:

The organization is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Security Clearance: Enhanced Reliability
Member in good standing in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada
Must be a member, in good standing, of the Law Society of Ontario within 100 days of appointment
Applicants must be willing to be assigned to other types of work at the same group, level and tenure within the Public Prosecution Service of Canada.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.