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Legal Counsel II, III, IV or V (Job ID#: 18084) Department of Justice, Government of Northwest Territories Yellowknife, Northwest Territories   Department Information  The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victim services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and Indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.   Job Information  Legal Division Legal Division provides legal advice and representation to all government departments and specified public agencies. Our lawyers conduct litigation, participate in regulatory and administrative law hearings, practice in a variety of areas including real estate, corporate/commercial, Aboriginal law, Constitutional and human rights, labour and employment, provide legal opinions and advice, and conduct prosecutions of territorial offences. Legal Division does not provide direct services to the public. We are seeking one (1) Legal Counsel with a minimum of two or more years’ relevant practicing experience to provide advice and services to departments and agencies of the GNWT primarily in the area of litigation and environment and natural resources law. Responsibilities could include other areas of law in which Legal Division lawyers’ practice, which may vary but generally includes the following: 1) Civil Litigation, requiring appearances at all levels of court; 2) Labour and Employment Law, including the collective bargaining and labour arbitrations; 3) Administrative Law, requiring appearances before a variety of Boards and Tribunals in the NWT. 4) Environmental and Regulatory Law, including providing legal advice on the regulation of land, water and resource development projects. 5) Constitutional and human rights law; 6) Rendering legal opinions on a large scope of issues impacting the operations of government.  The position requires the ability to analyze the legal impact of significant issues, excellent communication, interpersonal and practice management skills. The incumbent will be expected to work independently on matters of recognized complexity and the majority of the work is assigned in a general way by the Manager of Litigation and/or the Director. Some travel will be required, depending on responsibilities assigned. Applicants should indicate in which of the foregoing area or areas they are competent to practice. Experience in the relevant fields of law will be an asset. Qualifications: A Law Degree and minimum of two years' doing either similar legal work as contemplated, or of a type and breadth as to determine competence in a government legal counsel environment. Candidates must be members in good standing of the Law Society of the Northwest Territories (LSNT) or be immediately eligible for membership in the LSNT. Evidence of membership in the LSNT is a prerequisite to employment. Equivalencies  Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Salary Information  The salary range for this position is from $55.76 per hour to $83.40 per hour (approximately $108,732.00 - $162,630.00) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.00. Eligibility  Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions. Criminal Records Check  Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition. Affirmative Action  Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy. Diversity and Inclusion  The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process. Job Opening Information  Job Opening ID # 18084      Closing Date: March 26, 2020 - 23:59, Mountain Standard Time. Inquiries Only: Management and Recruitment Services Department of Finance Government of the Northwest Territories Yellowknife Centre 5th Floor  P.O. Box 1320, Yellowknife NT X1A 2L9 Fax: (867) 873-0445 jobsyk@gov.nt.ca  

Staff Lawyer III – Criminal (Job ID#: 18193) Department of Justice, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories   Department Information  The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.   Job Information  Legal Aid The Legal Aid Commission is an independent division of the Department of Justice. The legal aid program provides confidential legal services, advice, and representation by a lawyer for residents of the Northwest Territories who would be unable to afford these services. These services may include criminal and Youth Criminal Justice Act charges, serious offenses under the Canadian Criminal Code and other federal laws, family law matters and child welfare matters.   Located in Yellowknife and reports to the Executive Director, Legal Aid Commission. The incumbent is required to work independently on cases of increasing complexity as assigned by the Executive Director; attend court in communities throughout the NWT and at all three levels of court; complete assignments with limited supervision; provide thorough opinions on the merits of applications for legal aid particularly in the area of criminal appeals including the reference to the relevant law, ensuring to provide a clear basis for the Executive Director's decision to fund applications; supervise and act as a mentor to more junior staff lawyers or as a principal to articling students as directed by the Executive Director. The incumbent will be required to have or develop expertise in criminal litigation at the Supreme Court level including jury trials.   The Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides that people who have significant interests at stake in the justice system are entitled to state-funded counsel.   The Legal Aid Commission is established by the Legal Aid Act to provide to qualifying NWT residents legal advice and services.   Staff lawyers employed by the Legal Aid Commission adhere to the Mission of the Department of Justice to protect and promote the rights and safety of all people in the NWT with efficient and responsive justice programs and services.   Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: Law Degree and membership in the NWT bar plus five (5) or more years’ experience as legal counsel practicing in criminal law area, experience working in a legal aid clinic environment and experience in managing other lawyers and support staff.   Equivalencies  Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.   Salary Information  The salary range for this position is from $61.04 per hour to $72.91 per hour (approximately $119,028.00 - $142,175.00.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.00.   Eligibility  Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.   Affirmative Action  Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.   Diversity and Inclusion  The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.   Job Opening ID#: 18193       Closing Date: March 22, 2020 - 23:59, Mountain Standard Time Inquiries Only: Department of Finance Government of the Northwest Territories YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9 Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106 Fax (867) 873-0445 jobsyk@gov.nt.ca Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.    

PROFILE Ideal candidate will possess a recognized Legal Assistant Diploma or Certificate and have 3 + years of legal experience. 5 + years Secretarial and Administrative support experience will also be considered. QUALIFICATIONS Advanced computer skills Pro-active and self-sufficient Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail Strong analytical skills and problem solving with minimal supervision Ability to prioritize effectively and handle high pressure deadlines Exceptional multi-tasker Proficiency in MS Office required PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES answer the telephone, schedule appointments, questionings and meetings, greet visitors and handle administrative and business details supporting local and remote lawyer practices prepare, draft and revise legal documents develop and maintain client relationships transcribe correspondence and legal documents from digital recordings or handwritten notes manage lawyers diaries and update electronic calendar review correspondence (including faxes and e-mail), co-ordinate the flow of information, update calendar and respond to routine inquiries review and proofread outgoing documents to ensure they are correct and comply with legal procedures access and use online legal resources operate office equipment such as voice mail messaging systems, photocopying machines and computer scanning equipment handle routine accounting procedures: billing, cheque deposits/requests, time entry, etc. perform general office duties as required