LP02 Counsel - Yellowknife (Advisory)

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Tips for applicants:
- Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience.
- Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each Experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided.
- Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the process.

Additional allowances will be provided for these positions in accordance with the National Joint Council's Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive. More detailed information can be found at the following link:
http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/d4/v237/en

Vacation Travel Assistance is available:
https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/terms-conditions-employment/isolated-posts-government-housing.html

You may also be eligible for the Northern residents deductions when you file your tax return with the Canada Revenue Agency. More information can be found at the following link: http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/tpcs/ncm-tx/rtrn/cmpltng/ddctns/lns248-260/255/menu-eng.html

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate candidates.

All information pertaining to this process will be sent by e-mail. Candidates who participate in this selection process must include an electronic e-mail address which accepts e-mails from unknown users (some e-mail systems block this kind of e-mail). It is your responsibility to verify your e-mail and account on a regular basis for new communication regarding this selection process.

You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials at a later date. Foreign educational credentials must be assessed by a recognized credential assessment service. If the candidate has been educated outside of Canada, it is the candidate’s responsibility to have his or her certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian educational standards. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education during the assessment phase of the staffing process. Guidance may be found at the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) at http://www.cicic.ca

To submit an application on-line, please click on the button "Apply Now" below.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Work environment

The Department of Justice offers a competitive salary and benefits and the opportunity to fully develop your legal knowledge and skills. Your professionalism and results oriented attitude will be recognized and rewarded with challenging opportunities in this team-oriented workplace.

The Department of Justice is often described as Canada's largest and most prestigious law firm. The Department makes and upholds federal laws and is the guardian of the Canadian justice system. By setting for itself the highest standards of integrity, fairness and professionalism, the Department of Justice has earned a reputation as a leader within the legal community.

No matter what your expertise, you will benefit from Justice Canada's supportive atmosphere, its emphasis on training and mentoring, and the ability to balance the personal and professional aspects of your life.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar, term and/or indeterminate positions, acting, or assignments/secondments situations with various tenures, linguistic profiles and security levels.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum)

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
Common Law degree from a recognized university.

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification:
Membership of the law society of a province or territory of Canada.

AND

Eligibility for membership of the law society of the Northwest Territories.

Experience:
Recent and significant* experience providing legal advice and/or litigation support.

*Approximately 4 years within the last 6 years of experience providing legal advice and/or litigation support.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to communicate effectively orally:
Demonstrated ability to present ideas, proposals, concepts and other information clearly, succinctly and with credibility. Adjusts the language, style and tone of communication to suit the audience.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing:
Demonstrated ability to present ideas, proposals, concepts and other information clearly, succinctly and with credibility.

Ability to analyse legal issues and provide strategic advice;

Ability to work effectively under pressure;

Demonstrating integrity and respect;

Thinking things through;

Working effectively with others;

Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Knowledge of the following area(s) of law: Aboriginal law, administrative law or public law.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
The Department of Justice is committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, qualified candidates who self-declare in a staffing process as members of Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs including reducing representation gaps.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willing and able to work extended hours including weekends;

Willing to travel as required and for extended periods of time.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Security clearance (according to the position Enhanced Reliability, Secret, Top Secret);

Remain a member in good standing of the law society of the Northwest Territories.

Medical Clearance.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

The Department of Justice encourages persons with priority entitlements to self-refer to our selection processes in circumstances where they believe that they meet the essential qualifications of the advertised position.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.