POA Prosecutor - External Job Posting Job at City of Kenora

City of Kenora Kenora, ON

City Of Kenora
Municipal Prosecutor
External Job Posting


Open until Filled


Kenora provides a high quality of life for residents and unforgettable experiences for visitors by celebrating and

embracing the community’s rich heritage, diversity, and natural environment.

DEPARTMENT Corporate Services HOURS OF WORK Monday - Friday
CLASSIFICATION Non-Union SALARY Band 15 - $69,715.83


Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Municipal Prosecutor will be responsible for providing
prosecution services on behalf of the City in the Ontario Court of Justice for offences under Part I, Part II and
Part III of the Provincial Offences Act, selected federal statutes, and municipal by-laws.

This position requires the ability to act with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

The Municipal Prosecutor will:

  • Prepare for prosecution cases including but not limited to the coordination of documentary evidence,
property ownership records, corporate searches and conviction records
  • Research and prepare legal documents and correspondence including, but not limited to Evidence
Act Notices, disclosure materials, Notices of Motion, Affidavits, written submissions, applications,
and Factums.
  • Liaise with law enforcement agencies, officials of other Ministries, the Crown Attorney's Office, the
Judiciary and expert witnesses to prepare for Court appearances
  • Research and analyze case law, interpretation of statutes and regulations, and other information
available to determine appropriate course of action, evaluate sufficiency of evidence at trial, and
make recommendations to City
  • Attend resolution meetings with defendants, agents and counsel as required.
  • Examine and cross-examine witnesses, present oral and written arguments, summarize evidence
and make submissions regarding recommendations for judgment and sentencing
  • Conduct mediations, where appropriate.
  • Conduct screenings of violations either in-person, by phone or administrative review; provide written
notice of decision to defendant.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

  • Must be licensed or be willing to obtain license with the Law Society of Ontario and must maintain
license in good standing.
  • Degree or Post-Secondary education in a Legal Program, Paralegal Studies or related discipline.
  • Minimum three (3) years prosecutorial and courtroom experience, with knowledge of court
procedures, understanding of the Justice System, and Law Enforcement.
  • Must possess valid ‘G’ class driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Provincial Offences Act, Highway Traffic Act, Contraventions Act, Rules
of Evidence, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and other applicable statutes and regulations.
  • Experience in carrying out legal research and preparing court documents including factums, motions
and applications.
  • Computer literacy skills including Microsoft Office, Integrated Court Offences Network (ICON), Court

Administration Management System (CAMS), SharePoint as well as other legal and courtroom
programs.

  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of

staff, stakeholders including judiciary, legal profession, enforcement agencies, and the general
public.

  • Well-developed organizational and time management skills with an ability to complete a high volume
of work with accuracy and within prescribed deadlines in a fast pace environment with flexibility to
changing priorities


Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full

qualifications of the position to:

Human Resources | City of Kenora
1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2

Fax: 807-467-2150 | Email: hr@kenora.ca

Successful applicants will be subject to criminal and professional reference check.


The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the
community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or
current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or

visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or
expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.





The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance

with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an
accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and

selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is
used to determine eligibility for potential employment.


We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.




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