Justice of the Peace

Join to apply for the Justice of the Peace role at Government of Alberta Join to apply for the Justice of the Peace role at Government of Alberta Job InformationJob Title: Justice of the PeaceJob Requisition ID: 46435Ministry: JusticeLocation: Various LocationsFull or Part-Time: Full-time and Part-timeHours of Work: Shift work is requiredRegular/Temporary: Term appointmentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: Open until suitable candidate(s) selected.Classification: JusticeRole Responsibilities The Alberta Court of Justice and Alberta Justice welcome the interest of qualified lawyers who wish to be considered for appointment as a full-time or part-time Justice of the Peace. Applications are being sought for various locations across the province on an on-going basis.Applicants must be a Canadian citizen and a member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta, with a minimum of five years of related experience at the Bar. To be considered eligible, applicants must go through a screening process and be recommended for appointment by the Judicial Council and the Alberta Judicial Nominating Committee.Applicants will be considered on the basis of criteria such as integrity, professional excellence, community and social awareness, cultural sensitivity, and personal suitability. Appointments are for a ten-year term.Restrictions on other Employment Successful full-time applicants, unless otherwise authorized by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, will not be able to practice law. Successful part-time applicants will not be able to practice criminal law or family law, appear as counsel on any matters in the Alberta Court of Justice, represent any client in any proceeding involving the Government of Alberta or the Government of Canada, or represent the Government of Alberta or the Government of Canada in any proceeding.Notes Remuneration for full-time Justice of the Peace has increased to $175,588 per year effective December 2024. The per diem rate for part-time and ad hoc Justice of the Peace has increased to $1109 effective December 2024. The shift differential rates effective December 2024 are: Shift 2024/25weekday evening shift 59.88weekday night shift 148.67 weekend day shift 59.87 weekend evening shift 91.01 weekend night shift 208.54 holiday day shift 91.01 holiday evening shift 119.75 holiday night shift 268.42 Shift work is a requirement of these positions Interview and relocation expenses will not be granted This competition will be used to fill current and future vacancies Applicants for these positions will be asked to undergo a security screening Submitting a resume through the government job board will not be accepted. An application form must be completed and submitted by mail or email as outlined below. How To ApplyThe application form is available on the Alberta Court of Justice’s website: Applications Must Be Mailed Or Emailed ToCarole Yarrow, Judicial Selection and Appointments CoordinatorStrategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives DivisionAlberta Justice4th Floor, Oxbridge Place9820 - 106 Street NWEdmonton, AB T5K 2J6Telephone: Email: Closing StatementWe thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting, please contact Carole Yarrow, Judicial Selection and Appointments Coordinator at or Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Temporary Job function Job function Legal Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Government of Alberta by 2x Get notified about new Judge jobs in Alberta, Canada . Calgary, Alberta, Canada CA$28.00-CA$28.00 1 month ago Technical Support Specialist, New Graduate, 12 month contract Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area 4 days ago Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada 2 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr