Crown Attorney (Term)

The Government of Nova Scotia•Kentville, NS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Prosecution Service (PPS) offers a unique and meaningful opportunity to contribute to justice and public safety. Established in 1990 as the first statutorily based independent prosecution service in Canada, the mandate of the PPS is rooted in its commitment to ensuring fair and equal treatment in the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences. We are looking for the brightest legal minds, who also reflect the rich diversity of our province! We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate a supportive culture of diversity and belonging. We strive to create an environment where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and valued. We encourage applications from those that equally value and champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). A career with the Public Prosecution Service in Nova Scotia provides a unique opportunity to contribute to justice, public safety, and the overall well-being of the community while working in a professional, inclusive, and ethical environment. We are a dedicated and passionate team with a determination to make a difference in the society we serve, utilizing our expertise and recognizing and applying an equity and inclusion lens to our work, in our training and development, workplace culture, communications, partnering and engagement to ensure we protect and reflect the communities we live in and serve.

Requirements

Practicing member of the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society (or eligible to become so).
Thorough understanding of the prosecution process.
Competence in criminal procedures, evidence, and substantive criminal law.
A minimum of one (1) year of criminal litigation experience is required.
Must have access to reliable transportation as travel throughout the region and across the province is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Provincial/Territorial or Superior Court, or equivalent levels of court from other jurisdictions, would be considered an asset.
Successful applicants may be required to provide a current Certificate of Standing from their law society, including all jurisdictions of which they are members, whether non-practicing or practicing.

Responsibilities

Performing prosecution duties with fairness, professionalism, and integrity.
Representing the Crown in criminal and quasi-criminal matters at all levels of court.
Handling appeals.
Providing legal advice and assistance to law enforcement.
Actively participating in the development of criminal law and prosecutions policy.
Conducting the prosecution of charges resulting from matters within the Public Prosecution Service mandate that result from law enforcement agency investigations and other prosecutions and duties as directed by the Chief Crown Attorney, Western Region.
Advising law enforcement agencies when requested.