CR CNSL 1 - Crown Counsel

Posting Title
CR CNSL 1 - Crown Counsel

Position Classification
Crown Counsel Level 1

Union
CC

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4X3 CA
Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4M8 CA
Quesnel, BC V2J 6W6 CA
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA

Salary Range
$118,575.61 - $153,583.53 annually, plus $37.64 bi-weekly isolation allowance for Smithers; $54.75 bi-weekly Isolation allowance for Fort Nelson; $44.49 bi-weekly isolation allowance for Prince Rupert.

Close Date
10/2/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Prosecution Service / Northern Region

Job Summary

The Team
The BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) plays a crucial role in protecting society by independently, effectively, and fairly conducting prosecutions and appeals at all levels of court. With a dedicated team of approximately 550 Crown Counsel across British Columbia, we are organized into five regions: North, Interior, Fraser, Vancouver, and Vancouver Island-Powell River. Additionally, we have specialized criminal appeals and special prosecutions offices in Vancouver and Victoria, with our provincial headquarters located in Victoria.

The Role
Reporting to Administrative Crown Counsel, you will be responsible for independently, effectively, and fairly pre-approving charges and prosecuting offences under the Criminal Code, provincial statutes and regulations, and federal statutes. Crown Counsel in BC are responsible for deciding whether to lay charges and which charges to lay. They conduct cases in court through to their conclusion in accordance with BCPS policies and the Crown Counsel Act.

For more information about the BC Prosecution Service, please visit our website .

Qualifications:

• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia, or eligible to become a practicing member of the Law Society of British Columbia within 90 days of the closing of the competition.
• Crown Counsel Level 1: Counsel up to 5th year of call, preferably in the practice of Criminal Law and/or prosecution.
• Significant trial experience.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Lawyers with recent (within the last 3 years) and significant criminal trial experience.
• Lawyers with criminal prosecution experience.

Provisos:

• Travel is a requirement of this position.

Note: Lawyers with an excess of five (5) years of call to the bar will not be considered.

IMPORTANT: Where there is a difference between the qualifications reflected in the posting and the Job Profile, those stated on the job posting will be used for screening purposes.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Laura.Mayes@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Currently there is one (1) full time permanent opportunity available.
This position may be based in any of the following Crown Counsel offices: Dawson Creek, Fort Nelson, Fort St. John, Prince George, Prince Rupert, Quesnel, Smithers, Terrace, Vanderhoof and Williams Lake.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
This position is included in the Crown Counsel Association. Under the Public Service Labour Relations Act, this position is excluded from union membership. The terms and conditions of employment for union excluded positions are outlined in the Terms & Conditions of Employment for Excluded Employees / Appointees.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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Job Category
Court and Judicial Services