Law Clerk

Job ID: 46759
Job Category: Legal Services
Division & Section: Legal Services, Legal Prosecutions
Work Locations:

• 1530 Markham Road
• 2700 Eglinton Ave
• Old City Hall
• St. Lawrence Market North
• Metro Hall
• North York Civic Centre

Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $93,734.00 - $123,449.00 (TM1601, Wage Grade 6.5)
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 2
Posting Period: 25-MAY-2024 to 05-JUN-2024

Major Responsibilities

• Program Management: Implement detailed plans and recommend policies/procedures specific to program requirements.
• Staff Supervision: Supervise, motivate, and train staff, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality, and organizational performance. Encourage continuous learning and innovation.
• Daily Operations: Manage daily operations of assigned staff, including scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work. Handle vacation and overtime requests, monitor and evaluate staff performance, approve salary increments, address grievances, and recommend disciplinary actions.
• Budget Management: Contribute to and manage the assigned budget, ensuring expenditures remain within approved limits.
• Legal Leadership: Exercise independent judgment and oversee the conduct of Legal Assistants, Law Clerks, and Prosecutors.
• Staff Development: Provide ongoing information and support, and identify and implement training programs to promote staff development.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Maintain contacts with other Divisions to provide information, guidance, and advice, fostering effective partnerships within the corporation.
• Legislation Awareness: Stay updated on new legislation, Council policies, and guidelines. Act as a resource to communicate information to the Prosecutions Section to ensure best practices.
• Public and Professional Liaison: Liaise with the public, legal professionals, other City Divisions, elected Officials, and other levels of Government regarding prosecution matters.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit reports in consultation with the Director and Deputy Director of the Prosecutions Section, including reports and statistical data pertaining to the business of the Prosecutions Section.
• Compliance: Review applicable legislation and authorities to ensure compliance. Develop standardized legal documentation and procedures for the Prosecutions Section.
• File Management: Supervise and coordinate the preparation of legal documentation and manage complex individual files requiring specialized attention. Keep the Director and Deputy Director informed of potentially sensitive issues.

Key Qualifications

• Licensing: Licensed by The Law Society of Ontario as a Paralegal (P1) or Lawyer (L1).
• Education: Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience:
  • Training, motivating, coaching, and supervising or leading staff.
  • Reviewing, applying, and implementing statutes and other authorities relevant to prosecutions.
• Skills:
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and recommend effective solutions.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills, including writing and presentation skills, oral communication, and effective communication with all levels of the organization, government, and the public.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and demands in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential matters.
  • Knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and government legislation, including the Provincial Offences Act, Highway Traffic Act, Municipal Code, City of Toronto Act, MFIPPA, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, and AODA.
  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant statutes, by-laws, and case law related to the prosecution and appeal of offences under the Provincial Offences Act.
  • General knowledge of legislation and City policies in employment, occupational health and safety, labour, and human rights.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.

Apply now to join a dynamic team committed to legal excellence and public service.