Supervising Counsel, Supervising Counsel, Environmental Regulatory and Governmental Services
About the role
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
The Supervising Counsel, Environmental, Regulatory and Governmental Services is considered an expert in law and is responsible for ensuring that the administration of public affairs accords with the law as well as providing legal advice to, and legal services including conducting litigation for, the Government. This position also provides supervision and organizational management of Legal Counsel for the Environmental, Regulatory and Governmental Team within the Legal Division.
You will work closely with Ministers and senior public servants, evaluate and analyze the legal impact of major and controversial decisions, and provide opinions on very complex issues.
Key Responsibilities:
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Works closely with Ministers and senior public servants
-
Evaluates and analyzes the legal impact of major and controversial decisions
-
Gives legal opinions on very complex issues - Conducts unique matters which require originality and constructive effort
-
Completes assignments with no supervision
-
Works independently with clients
-
Recognizes and delineates significant issues
Knowledge and Skills:
Law degree and membership in the NWT Bar.
Full working knowledge of and experience in:
- the laws of Canada and the Northwest Territories
- Indigenous and northern issues in general, and/ or
- Government policies and initiatives
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace
Key Qualifications:
Many years (i.e. at least ten) of experience, particularly in the Northwest Territories, a high level of knowledge and expertise in the law, and the respect of the judiciary, clients and colleagues. At least 2 years of experience supervising or providing leadership to legal counsel.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Supervising Counsel, Supervising Counsel, Environmental Regulatory and Governmental Services
About the role
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
The Supervising Counsel, Environmental, Regulatory and Governmental Services is considered an expert in law and is responsible for ensuring that the administration of public affairs accords with the law as well as providing legal advice to, and legal services including conducting litigation for, the Government. This position also provides supervision and organizational management of Legal Counsel for the Environmental, Regulatory and Governmental Team within the Legal Division.
You will work closely with Ministers and senior public servants, evaluate and analyze the legal impact of major and controversial decisions, and provide opinions on very complex issues.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Works closely with Ministers and senior public servants
-
Evaluates and analyzes the legal impact of major and controversial decisions
-
Gives legal opinions on very complex issues - Conducts unique matters which require originality and constructive effort
-
Completes assignments with no supervision
-
Works independently with clients
-
Recognizes and delineates significant issues
Knowledge and Skills:
Law degree and membership in the NWT Bar.
Full working knowledge of and experience in:
- the laws of Canada and the Northwest Territories
- Indigenous and northern issues in general, and/ or
- Government policies and initiatives
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace
Key Qualifications:
Many years (i.e. at least ten) of experience, particularly in the Northwest Territories, a high level of knowledge and expertise in the law, and the respect of the judiciary, clients and colleagues. At least 2 years of experience supervising or providing leadership to legal counsel.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.