Classification: LF1-3 Legal Counsel 1-3
Employment Type: Regular/full-time; Term/full-time
Locations:

• Portage La Prairie – Regular, Full-time
• Winnipeg – Day and Evening Term positions

Department: Manitoba Justice, Manitoba Prosecution Service, Crown Law

Location: Portage la Prairie MB, Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 43485

Salary: LF1-3 $92,182.00 – $184,989.00 per year

Closing Date: November 25, 2024

Overview:
The Manitoba government values a public service that reflects the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages, and perspectives contribute to high standards of service and innovation. Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions, which will remain in effect for 12 months.

Successful candidates moving forward in the selection process will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check, Child and Adult Abuse Registry Checks. Receipts for these security checks must be provided before the interview.

Introduction:
Manitoba Prosecution Service is responsible for prosecuting offences in Manitoba under provincial statutes, the federal Criminal Code of Canada, and The Youth Criminal Justice Act. Manitoba Prosecution Service offers an attractive benefits package, a defined pension plan, and professional development opportunities.

This opportunity allows candidates to work in a dynamic office alongside Crown Attorneys with varying levels of experience. For more information on living and working in these cities, visit:

• Winnipeg
• Portage La Prairie

Full-time regular and term positions are available, with the potential for term positions to become regular. Please indicate in your application which location(s) you are interested in. Growth and career advancement opportunities are available.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Membership (or eligibility for immediate membership) with the Law Society of Manitoba, in good standing
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Search with Vulnerable Sector, Adult Abuse Registry, and Child Abuse Registry checks
• Enhanced Security Screening
• Evening and weekend work as required
• Ability to travel by road, air, and small watercraft, including overnight stays
• Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Advocacy experience in legal practice
• Superior oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Effective case management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet short deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Resilience, with the ability to adapt, learn, and grow through challenges and pressure

Desired:

• Prosecution or Criminal Law experience
• French language proficiency for certain locations

Duties:
As a Crown Attorney, you will provide prosecutorial services for cases arising under the Criminal Code of Canada and provincial statutes in both provincial and superior courts. Duties also include providing legal opinions, reviewing police reports, and guiding police on charges.

Crown Attorneys are members of the Manitoba Association of Crown Attorneys, and the collective agreement is available here. The successful candidate may also participate in community and legal education on behalf of the Manitoba Prosecution Service as needed.

For the Evening Detention Crown Review position, duties include conducting early custody file reviews, liaising with legal aid duty counsel, and attending s. 503 hearings before the Judicial Justice of the Peace. The anticipated hours for this position are from 4 pm to 11 pm, Monday to Friday, with remote work.

Apply Now:
Advertisement # 43485
Talent Acquisition – Executive Recruitment
Human Resource Services
608-330 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0C4

Phone: 204-945-6892
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: PSCExecutivejobs@gov.mb.ca

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Please include the advertisement number and position title in the subject line or body of your email. Your cover letter, resume, and/or application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualifications.

Note: Job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal applicants. In case of a selection grievance, relevant information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor’s representative. Personal information not related to the grievance and protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Posted: November 6, 2024