CRN CNSL 1/2 – Crown Counsel

Posting Title
CRN CNSL 1/2 – Crown Counsel

Position Classification
Crown Counsel Level 2

Union
CC

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
CRN CNSL 1 – $118,575.61 – $153,583.53 annually CRN CNSL 2 – $163,797.23 – $212,423.25 annually

Close Date
10/25/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Prosecution Service

Job Summary

The Team
The BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) contributes to the protection of society by conducting independent, effective and fair prosecutions and appeals at all levels of court and by striving to develop the most effective methods to administer criminal justice in the province. With approximately 550 Crown Counsel located across British Columbia, the BCPS is divided into five regions – North, Interior, Fraser, Vancouver, and Vancouver Island-Powell River. Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions (CASP) and BCPS Headquarters (HQ) are primarily located in Vancouver and Victoria.

The Role
BCPS Crown Counsel approve charges and prosecute 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. Crown Counsel are also responsible for ensuring that witnesses, victims, and families are dealt with in a considerate and courteous manner and that victims and their families are adequately prepared for court proceedings.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia, or immediate eligibility for call to the British Columbia Bar.
• Crown Counsel Level 1: Counsel up to 5th year of call, with a minimum of 6 months of recent experience as a practicing lawyer in Canada, including in the area of criminal law.
• Crown Counsel Level 2: Counsel in their 6th to 11th year of call, with a minimum of 2 years of recent experience as a practicing lawyer in Canada, including in the area of criminal law.

Preference Statements:
• Preference may be given to applicants currently employed as Crown Counsel by the BC Prosecution Service.
• Preference may be given to applicants currently employed as Crown Counsel by the BC Prosecution Service, the Public Prosecution Service of Canada or another provincial prosecution service.
• Preference may be given to applicants currently employed as Crown Counsel by the BC Prosecution Service with two (2) or more years’ experience employed as Crown Counsel by the BC Prosecution Service.
• Preference may be given to applicants with two (2) or more years’ experience employed as Crown Counsel by the BC Prosecution Service, the Public Prosecution Service of Canada or another provincial prosecution service.

Provisos /Willingness Statement
• Travel is a requirement of this position.

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 Kathryn.Gillert@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Currently there are two (2) permanent opportunities available in Nanaimo.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Located on Vancouver Island, Nanaimo has parks such as Neck Point, Piper’s Lagoon and Sealand Park, perfect for camping, hiking and exploring. Mt. Washington, the island’s most popular ski hill, has year-round activities such as hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and skiing.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
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: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your date(s) of call, 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.

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Job Category
Court and Judicial Services

Additional Information