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Job Title: Legal Counsel Office of the Chief Justice
Job Requisition ID:72582
Ministry:Justice
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date:June 26 2025
Classification: Civil Crown Counsel 3
Salary:$7275.46 to $8067.13 biweekly ($189889 $210552 /year)
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: Ministry of Alberta Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement family justice health the judiciary criminal justice system and other stakeholders the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. Follow the link to see what else we have to offer:
The Alberta Court of Justice sits in 72 locations in the province. Through a variety of provincial and federal statutes it exercises extensive jurisdiction in criminal civil family and youth matters. Most of the residents of Alberta who have dealings with the judicial system find themselves in the Court of Justice. The Court of Justice is very conscious of the fact that it is from interaction with this Court that many people form their view of the administration of justice in Alberta.
To learn more about the Alberta Court of Justice please follow the link at Alberta Court of Justice recognizes the importance of working collaboratively with First Nations Mtis and Inuit communities having a working knowledge around the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action as well as understanding the importance of child and family involvement connection and collaboration with a large array of other cultures and communities.
Role Responsibilities
Court of Justice Legal Counsel provide professional legal services to the judiciary in accordance with relevant legislation regulation legal procedure and precedent. This is accomplished by providing legal research analysis and recommendations relating to matters before the Court of Justice. Advisory and consultative services as in-house counsel are provided to justices of all divisions of the Court of Justice. Legal Counsel also advise the Court of changes in the law keep apprised of legal developments update internal legal resources and assist with the mentorship of articling students. Accountability for results in the Court lie with the judiciary therefore the core purpose of this role is more oriented to expertise problem solving and support.
This position reports to the Executive Legal Counsel of the Court of Justice but will regularly work directly with members of the judiciary. This position has no direct reports and does not manage a budget.
The position has the following key responsibilities:
- Provide professional legal services to the judiciary in accordance with relevant legislation regulation legal procedure and precedent.
- Assist in supporting the Courts student programs.
- Develop and maintain institutional knowledge and information.
- Assist with Courts committees and special projects as assigned.
The successful candidate is required to work both independently and closely with others including justices other legal counsel and articling students. The successful candidate will be highly autonomous executing and advising on standard non-standard and complex legal issues and research projects. The successful candidate must be capable of assessing and balancing workloads and competing priorities within short time frames as well as possessing strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Legal Counsel must also possess excellent research analytical and organizational skills; a deep understanding of the legal foundations of the Court; significant substantive knowledge in at least one specialized area of the law relevant to the various divisions of the Court (civil family and criminal). Legal Counsel will conduct interpretive and analytical research of complex fact patterns and multiple areas of the law. Legal Counsel also play a significant role in the mentorship of law students.
Superior decision making and communication skills (both verbal and written) are required along with recent and relevant experience with Canadian and foreign legal research tools including online sources.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
APS Competencies
Competencies 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:
successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
Agility: Ability to anticipate assess and readily adapt to changing priorities manage resilience in times of uncertainty and work effectively in a changing environment.
Develop Networks: Proactively building networks connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
Build Collaborative Environments: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
Systems Thinking: The work done within the APS is part of a larger integrated and inter-related environment. It is important to know that work done in one part of the APS impacts a variety of other groups/projects inside and outside the APS. Systems Thinking 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.
Drive for Results: You are able to determine what outcomes are important and maximize the use of resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization while maintaining accountability to each other and all stakeholders.
Develop self and others: You have a commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others.
Qualifications
A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) Degree supplemented with the following:
- The pay classification of Civil Crown Counsel 3 (CCC3) requires a minimum of eleven (11) years directly related post bar legal experience.
- Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta or eligibility for membership is required.
Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.
Related legal experience includes extensive experience with Canadian legal research tools well-developed research and analytical skills and exceptional legal writing skills. It also includes prior court or tribunal experience.
Law journal and other legal writing experience would be beneficial and would be considered an asset. Experience working with students is also considered an asset.
Although not required ability to fluently speak and write in French is considered an asset.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
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Hours of Work:
7.25 hours / 36.25 hours a week.
Term of Employment:
This is a permanent fulltime position.
Location:
Edmonton
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.
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.
- Working for the Alberta Public Service -
- Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information learning and development - Alberta Public Service Careers tool
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
- 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 Recruitment Principles 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 ( 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 Sonya Bartley-Wynterat .
Employment Type
Full-Time
