Crown Prosecutor

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

1d•CA$145,992 - CA$215,605•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) prosecutes persons charged with Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and provincial statute offences. The ACPS promotes safe communities by vigorously prosecuting cases involving serious and violent crime and working with individuals and organizations in the community to identify and implement improved and alternative approaches to the administration of criminal justice. The Advanced Projects and Traffic Office (APTO) is a branch within the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) that is responsible for the prosecution of provincial statute offences.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), and active membership or immediate eligibility for membership with the Law Society of Alberta is required.
A minimum of 4 years experience after call to bar.
Crown Prosecutor 2: A minimum of 4 years’ legal experience is required.
Crown Prosecutor 3: A minimum of 11 years legal experience is required.
For Law degrees obtained outside Canada, proof of accreditation from the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) is required.

Nice To Haves

Strong litigation experience, preferably in the area of criminal law.
Experience in litigation charter and conviction appeals

Responsibilities

Defend Charter applications commonly arising in regulatory and traffic-related prosecutions.
Conduct select summary conviction appeals, including appeals focused on clarification and consistent application of the law.
Provide litigation support and legal guidance to prosecutors.
Assist in identifying recurring legal issues and contributing to consistent prosecution positions.
Supervise and support Provincial Prosecutors, ensuring high-quality prosecution services.
Ensure adherence to applicable legislation, regulations, and ACPS Guidelines, Protocols, and Policies.
Provide guidance on file management, courtroom conduct, resolution practices, and professional obligations.
Support performance excellence through performance planning and goal-setting; performance reviews and feedback; and performance management and professional growth.
Participate in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of prosecutors.
Develop and deliver training on regulatory prosecution practices.
Mentor prosecutors at varying stages of their careers, fostering confidence, consistency, and sound judgment.
Promote a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Work closely with the Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor to support initiatives aimed at modernizing and strengthening Alberta’s regulatory enforcement framework.
Assist with policy development, legal analysis, and operational projects impacting prosecution services.
Contribute to initiatives focused on consistency, efficiency, and public confidence in the justice system.