The City of Winnipeg

Reporting to the Legal Counsel, the Litigation Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and services with respect to Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) activities specifically with inquests and other WPS litigation as required. Litigation Counsel provides written and oral arguments on behalf of the WPS; advises on and provides recommendations on internal disciplinary actions, remedial action and changes in policies and practices when requested. Litigation Counsel is an advanced level within the Solicitors’ series. The incumbent at this level requires an advanced degree of expertise and must have demonstrated consistently superior performance of responsibilities involving complex decisions of significant importance. Work is more complex and a higher level of independence is expected. As a Litigation Counsel you will: Provide legal advice and services on complex and/or sensitive legal matters to the Legal Counsel, Chief of Police, Executive Management Team and throughout the organization (“clients”). Conduct complex and (or) sensitive litigation, administrative hearings and other legal proceedings. Your education and qualifications include: Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) of Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree Member in good standing with the Manitoba Law Society and the Manitoba Bar Association Minimum of 7 years’ post-articling experience practicing a related area of law, preferably in a government or law enforcement setting Knowledge of the rules and procedures of the various courts and relevant administrative tribunals Knowledge of rules of evidence and rules of natural justice Knowledge of relevant legislation including; Police Service Act; FIPPA, PHIA, Manitoba Human Rights Code; and Criminal Code of Canada Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical and legal information in plain language to all levels of the organization and external stakeholders Superior written communication skills with ability to compose a variety of confidential documents and correspondence Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, external contacts, and the public Excellent organizational and time management skills to work independently, manage multiple priorities, produce high quality work, and meet deadlines Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills Strong negotiation skills using sound judgment, diplomacy and discretion when providing legal advice, persuasively advocating, and resolving contentious issues The ability to establish and maintain a positive, respectful, safe and healthy work environment that supports the physical, psychological and social working relationships with members at all levels in a team environment *IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service** at application. Minimum requirements: Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident Minimum 18 years of age No involvement in any criminal activity within the last two years (including illegal drugs) No criminal record for which a Pardon has not been granted Conditions of employment: Ability to pass a level 3 Winnipeg Police Service security check and maintain clearance Maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Full Driver’s License Maintain membership to practice in profession Winnipeg Police Service Competencies: Integrity and Trust Intellectual Horsepower Learning on the Fly Problem Solving Results Orientated Written Communication