Prosecutor (Bilingual)

POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to the Senior Counsel, Prosecutions, is responsible for conducting prosecutions under Federal and Provincial statutes and regulations and municipal by-laws in the Ontario Court of Justice.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts prosecutions under Provincial statutes and regulations and Municipal by-laws in the Ontario Court of Justice. Conducts prosecutions of Federal offences under the Contraventions Act (Canada). Prepares prosecution cases by researching the relevant statutes, regulations, by-laws and case law, speaking to enforcement officers, witnesses, defense counsel and agents, and liaising with area municipalities and other enforcement agencies. Reviews officer’s notes, witness statements, accident reports, and other documents and considers the admissibility of evidence to determine that all charges have been sufficiently investigated, all evidence collected, and that a reasonable prospect of conviction exists before presenting the case to the court. Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate, from the general public etc. Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards. Liaises with solicitors, area municipalities, agents, public, police, etc. with respect to prosecution cases. Participates on committees, work groups, task forces and special projects, as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

 
QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of secondary school diploma. Must be licensed by the Law Society of Upper Canada to practice law or provide legal services as a Paralegal. Fluent in both English and French including verbal and written ability. Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check. Knowledge of rules of evidence and Ontario Court of Justice trial and appeal procedures. Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business. Working knowledge of relevant Federal and Provincial statutes and regulations, municipal by-laws applicable to Provincial and Municipal offences and Charter of Rights and procedures relating to Charter issues. Knowledge of and ability to abide by Provincial Standards and Guidelines for Prosecutors, in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Province and the Region. Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and knowledge of the Integrated Courts Offences Network (ICON) or other similar applications.

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