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Crown Prosecutor

Government of Alberta · Ministry of Justice

This job in plain words

This full-time permanent and temporary job is with the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service in the Edmonton Crown Prosecution Office, based in the John E. Brownlee Building. The role prosecutes criminal and provincial offences, and the posting covers several positions in four classes, CP1 to CP4.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated.

Education
Bachelor's degree · Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD). Law degrees from outside Canada need NCA accreditation.
Experience
CP1: 0 to 4 years of legal work experience. CP2: at least 4 years. CP3 and CP4: at least 11 years.
Job type
Full-time, permanent and temporary, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Contract length not stated.

What they ask for:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD).
  • Active or immediately eligible membership with the Law Society of Alberta.
  • Legal work experience that matches the classification level.
  • Organized and persuasive advocacy skills.
  • Principled and effective negotiation skills.

What you would do

  • Decide what is in the public interest for each case.
  • Prepare cases, interview witnesses and review evidence.
  • Draft legal opinions, briefings and court documents.
  • Argue cases in court and negotiate with defence counsel.
  • Work with victims, witnesses, police and court staff.

How to apply

Apply online through the official Alberta posting. Your resume should show months and years for all education and work experience.

Good to know:

  • Several positions are available, in permanent and temporary roles.
  • Final candidates must complete a criminal records check.
  • The competition may be used for future vacancies at the same or lower classes.
  • Candidates pay their own costs for documents, checks and interview travel.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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