Barrister & Solicitor – Government of Alberta

Title of the Job: Barrister & Solicitor

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job Description: Job Information
Job Title: Barrister & Solicitor
Job Requisition ID: 60007
Ministry: JusticeLocation: Edmonton and/or Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 18, 2024
Classification: Civil Crown Counsel 1 – 3
Salary: ​
Civil Crown Counsel 1 – $3,742.51 to $4,714.48 biweekly ($97,680 – $123,048 /yearly)
Civil Crown Counsel 2 – $5,303.39 to $6,567.57 biweekly ($138,418 – $171,414 /yearly)
Civil Crown Counsel 3 – $7,063.55 to $7,832.16 biweekly ($184,359 – $204,419 /yearly)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:Justice, Legal Services Division, is responsible for providing quality legal advice to the Government of Alberta. The work is fast-paced and provided in a collaborative team environment. Our lawyers are involved in a wide range of legal work that is challenging, interesting, important, and ever-changing. The Legal Services Division is proud to be a learning organization and offers employees opportunities to learn and grow in their careers. With its inclusive workforce, employees are engaged and supported at all career stages.To learn more about Alberta Justice, please visit:Role ResponsibilitiesAre you ready to use your legal skills in a collaborative and diverse environment while focusing on interesting, challenging, and unique litigation matters for a sophisticated client? If your answer is yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!The Legal Service Division’s Civil Litigation Team operates in Edmonton and Calgary. It handles all types of civil litigation by and against the Government of Alberta except aboriginal law and constitutional matters. One of its clients is the Civil Forfeiture Office (CFO) within the Department of Public Safety and Emergency Services.Civil Litigation is looking for three (3) lawyers to provide litigation services to the CFO in accordance with the Civil Forfeiture Act. These positions will form part of a team dedicated to advising the CFO and advancing litigation involving the forfeiture of proceeds and instruments of crime. Litigation on behalf of other Government of Alberta clients may be required from time to time.Reporting to an Assistant Director, the positions may be based in either Edmonton or Calgary and offer interesting and challenging work including:

• Drafting a variety of court documents, briefs, and opinions
• Developing and implementing strategies and plans for litigation
• Frequently appearing in Alberta courts in various locations across the Province

Civil Forfeiture helps deter and take the profit out of crime by capturing property tainted by illegal activity. The proceeds of forfeited property are used to fund community crime prevention initiatives and for other purposes permitted by the legislation. An increasingly complex practice area at the intersection of civil and criminal law, Civil Forfeiture involves Charter issues and rapidly evolving case law from across Canada. The CFO is experiencing an increase in complex police referrals. Many involve trafficking in drugs, weapons, or persons by sophisticated criminal organizations, money laundering and other financial crimes, and assets such as cryptocurrency, bank accounts and real estate purchased with criminal proceeds. The CFO is also increasingly involved in interprovincial referrals, where property associated with a crime is located in two or more provinces, requiring collaboration with other provincial CFOs, litigation lawyers, and the referring police agencies.To succeed in this role you will need strong analytical skills, superior oral and written advocacy and exceptional communication skills. You must also enjoy working as part of a collegial team including working closely with paralegals and possess strong client relationship skills.Please click on this to view the job description for this position.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
.Systems Thinking: Work done is part of a larger integrated and inner-related environment. Allows us to keep broader impacts and connections in mind.Creative Problem Solving: Ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.Agility: Ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience and work effectively in changing environments.Drive for Results: Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization while maintaining accountability.Develop Networks: Proactively building networks, connecting, and building trust in relationships with stakeholders.Build Collaborative Environment: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively.Develop Self and Others: Commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and other.QualificationsRequirements:
A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD). For Law degrees obtained outside Canada, proof of accreditation from the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) is required. You must be an active member or must have immediate eligibility for full membership with the Law Society of Alberta.The ideal candidate for this role, has the following assets:

• Criminal or Civil Litigation experience
• Civil Forfeiture experience

Below is the salary and minimum number of years required for each classification:Civil Crown Counsel 1 (up to 4 years of related experience)
Civil Crown Counsel 2 (4 years to 11 years of related experience)
Civil Crown Counsel 3 (over 11 years of related experience)In your cover letter, please briefly summarize:

• Legal experience and expertise,
• Relevant strengths and skills,
• Reasons why you are interested in the position.
• Whether you are seeking a position in Edmonton or Calgary

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to .NotesHours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm (36.25 /week)Location: Edmonton and/or CalgaryThis opportunity includes three (3) full time, permanent salaried positions.Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Marie Mar Bolaron at [email protected].

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