Crown Counsel
Regular/Full-Time
Manitoba Justice
Legal Services Branch, Aboriginal and Natural Resources Law Section, Crown Law
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Advertisement Number: 41719
Salary Range: $80,191.00 - $158,529.00 per year
Closing Date: September 12, 2023
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION may be assessed through all aspects of the application materials and throughout the staffing process. Therefore, all communication needs to be grammatically correct, using appropriate vocabulary and with minimal errors in punctuation and spelling. Complete sentences are to be used throughout.
Crown Counsel at LSB are members of the Manitoba Association of Crown Attorneys. Compensation is commensurate with experience as set out in the collective agreement. LSB offers a positive work environment and supports work arrangements to help employees balance career and family. Continuous learning, development and training are supported and encouraged.
To be considered for this competition, candidates ARE REQUIRED to submit the Application Form for screening, along with their resume, cover letter, and a sample of their writing to the Public Service Commission by email (govjobs@gov.mb.ca ), quoting #41719 and position title in the subject line. If you are having difficulty opening the link, you may have to use a different browser. You may also contact Human Resource Services (contact information under “Apply to”) to request a copy of the Application Screening Form. Resumes may be used in addition to the Applicant Form for screening purposes.
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Legal Services Branch (LSB) is the Government of Manitoba’s full service in-house civil law office of about 55 lawyers. It provides a complete range of high quality legal services to all government departments, and to agencies, boards, commissions and corporations that do not have their own legal counsel.
LSB’s work enables the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Manitoba to fulfill the constitutional and statutory responsibility of Chief Legal Advisor to Government, and as the guardian of the public interest with respect to matters of civil law. This results in a varied work experience that is unique, challenging, and highly engaging.
LSB is currently seeking two (2) lawyers of varying experience and skill sets to join our team in a distinct area of LSB, its Aboriginal and Natural Resources Law Section.
Lawyers with experience and interest in various practice areas, including one or more of Aboriginal Law, Indigenous laws, constitutional law, child welfare law, contract negotiation, commercial law and drafting, privacy law, conflict of laws, environment law, resource law and public law, are sought to join an expanding practice group supporting this important transition.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Member (in good standing) or eligible for immediate membership with the Law Society of Manitoba
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
Satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks
Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening
The ability and willingness to travel, as required
Qualifications:
Essential:
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D) degree with experience practising law in a common law jurisdiction
Experience or exposure to any one or more of: Aboriginal Law; Indigenous laws; constitutional law; child welfare law; contract negotiation; commercial law and drafting; privacy law; conflict of laws; law related to natural resources and/or Crown lands; public law
Experience interpreting and explaining statutes, regulations and/or policies
Experience in developing strategy, and in providing legal advice and making recommendations
Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to recognize and assess legal implications and policy options and ramifications
Ability to provide legal advice on complex and high profile issues of law and policy, in a time-sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Superior written communication skills
Strong verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively and constructively in a team environment
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain strong and positive working relationships, including with co-workers, clients and external interests
Desired:
Knowledge of Indigenous histories, cultures and the importance of reconciliation
Public law experience and/or knowledge of governmental operations
Experience and proficiency with legal research software (such as CanLII, Westlaw and Quicklaw)
Experience with Microsoft Office (including Word and Outlook)
Proficiency in French
Duties:
We are seeking advisory counsel to join our Aboriginal and Natural Resource Law Section to:
Conduct legal research and analysis of legal problems
Prepare legal opinions
Participate in various forms of negotiations and mediations
Negotiate and draft legal agreements including, but not limited to, intergovernmental agreements with Canada and Indigenous groups
Provide general legal advice and assistance to assigned departments across the Government of Manitoba on Aboriginal law and regulatory law matters
This includes advice related to the Crown’s duty to consult Indigenous peoples; section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982; Treaty Land Entitlement; Self-Governance; Child Welfare; and matters concerning the protection, use and development of Manitoba’s natural resources and Crown lands. The work could include legislative development.
APPLY TO:
Advertisement No. 41719
Service Centre 1
Human Resource Services
1130-405 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB. R3C 3L6
Phone: 204-945-3204
Fax: 204-948-7373
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.