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

As the Criminal Law Services Administrator, you will report to the Program Services Manager. You will be responsible for all aspects of client and case management in the provision of Criminal Legal Aid. You will be required to make judgments on individual cases which have financial implications, implications respecting an applicant¿s freedom and may determine the course of individual client¿s representation. In this role, you will work closely with lawyers, staff and other representatives of the justice system including RCMP, court staff, Department of Public Prosecutions. You will also be responsible for all circuit court scheduling, as well as assigning lawyers to Yellowknife Duty Counsel, Show Cause Counsel, DVTO Court and Wellness Court.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of the legal system and criminal law procedures;
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills in a complex environment;
• Demonstrated computer skills (word processing, database, email);
• Ability to work in a cross cultural setting

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Completion of three years progressively more responsible administrative experience in a legal environment with significant exposure to criminal law.

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.