Prosecutor

**The Opportunity**

Reporting to the Supervisor, Prosecution, the role of Prosecutor is responsible for the handling and prosecuting of cases before the Ontario Court of Justice under the Provincial Offences Act, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Highway Traffic Act, Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act, Building Code Act, Planning Act, Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Contraventions Act, and municipal by-laws, in addition to the handling of prosecution appeals to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and representing the Town at municipal hearing tribunals. The role upholds and implements the Town’s obligations to prosecute matters to the standards required by the Memorandum of Understanding with the province, including the fair administration of justice and proper exercise of prosecutorial discretion. As the Prosecutor, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

- Initiate, respond, and conduct appeal hearings in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice arising under the applicable legislation.
- Review and vet prosecution briefs, including information and summons under Part III of the Provincial Offences Act, witness statements, accident reports, reconstruction reports, confidential memos, etc. to determine whether charges are appropriate in accordance with applicable legislation.
- Develop and deliver training, both in written and oral format, and provide guidance to by-law enforcement staff, police, and other investigating bodies regarding prosecutions and court procedures under the Provincial Offences Act and any other applicable laws.
- Draft policies and procedures relating to prosecution-related tasks.
- Perform research and provide advice on best practices and procedures to ensure prosecution services are delivered with excellence.
- Conduct appearances before Small Claims Court on behalf of the Town and prepare related court documents.
- Perform additional duties and undertake special projects as assigned.

This position offers a salary range of $87,110.81 to $106,743.45 plus a competitive benefit package.
- Applications for this posting will be accepted until _**_November 27th, 2024, 12:00PM EST_**_._

**How To Apply**

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