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Government of Saskatchewan – Agent – Fee for Service Contract – Crown Prosecutor

  • Category : Job Posting
  • Title/Position : Agent - Fee for Service Contract - Crown Prosecutor
  • Offered by (Organization) : Government of Saskatchewan
  • Location (City/Town) : Province Wide
  • Posting End Date : 2026-07-31

Description :

As an Agent Crown Prosecutor, you will help deliver justice through fair and effective prosecutions. Public Prosecutions prosecute those charged under the Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, some federal statutes, and some provincial statutes. Public Prosecutions promotes safe communities by just conclusion of criminal charges through various means, ranging from vigorous prosecution of trial matters to working with justice partners, individuals, and organizations to implement alternative resolutions.
The work offers an intellectual challenge, and an opportunity to make a difference in the province. Your work as an Agent Crown Prosecutor will be important to the community in which coverage is needed.
Qualifications:
• Eligible for membership and, on an ongoing basis, holding a membership in good standing with the Law Society of Saskatchewan;
• Satisfactorily pass a criminal record check;
• Outstanding oral communication and presentation skills;
• Superior written communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Excellent analytical skills;
• Effective case management and organization skills;
• The ability to meet short deadlines, working independently and as part of a team;
• Experience and proficiency with computer software applications including legal research applications and MS Office.
• Litigation experience in the practice of criminal law is considered an asset but is not required.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of the Director of Agents, you will be responsible for coverage of individual trial files on an ad hoc basis. Primary duties will be the conduct of summary conviction criminal trials in the Provincial Court for Saskatchewan. Work may also include docket court work including bail matters. This requires reviewing police reports and preparing witnesses for trial. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in legal education in the areas of criminal law, ethics, and the like.
The hours of work can vary and include working evenings and weekends when needed. Travel by road is required and possibly by air, with work possibly requiring overnight stays in other communities.
Public Prosecutions is accepting applications on an on-going basis from private-sector lawyers interested in acting as Agents. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please send your CV and cover letter to: [email protected]