Lawyer or Senior Lawyer
Family Crown Services
Office of the Attorney General
Justice and Public Safety
Permanent – Open
Saint John

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities, and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

The Family Crown Services Branch of the Office of the Attorney General, Department of Justice and Public Safety is seeking an individual to join their team as a Lawyer.

What you will do
Reporting to the Regional Director, the successful candidate will operate within the following mandated areas of civil practice:

• Representation of the Department of Social Development in adult and child protection proceedings; private custody and access matters;
• Representation of the Director of Support Enforcement in judicial support enforcement proceedings;
• Acting as Agent of the Attorney General for New Brunswick in matters under section 19 of the Divorce Act;
• Acting as Agent of the Attorney General for New Brunswick under the International Child Abduction Act;
• Such other areas of government practice as the Attorney General may mandate;
• Legal advice and legal opinions related to the aforenoted mandated areas of civil practice;
• Appeals in matters involving the Minister of Social Development and/or the Director of Support Enforcement.

Work environment

• Office location: Saint John Law Courts, 10 Peel Plaza, Saint John, New Brunswick
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are
The successful candidate should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be detailed oriented and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates with less than 8 years of membership in good standing at the bar will be considered as a Lawyer. Candidates with 8 years or more will be considered as a Senior Lawyer. Please state your date of admission to a Canadian Law Society.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility
• Impact and influence
• Self-control & stamina.

Need to have (their essential skills and qualifications)

• Law Degree and completion of Articling
• Membership in good standing or eligibility for membership to the Law Society of New Brunswick.
• Lawyer: must have basic knowledge family law and experience in court
• Senior Lawyer: must have extensive knowledge family law and experience in court
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal historyclearance and security clearance check.

Written and spoken competence in English is required, please state your language capability

Candidates must demonstrate on their application how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resume should be in chronological order, specifying education and employment in months and years, including part-time and full-time employment. Screening for this competition is based on the resume you provide, so please ensure it is up to date when applying.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement(s) are also required:

• Occasional Travel within the province;
• Possession of a valid class 5 driver's license;
• Working outside of regular hours of work without prior notice.

Nice to Have (their asset qualifications)

• Experience in the areas of child and adult protection within the last five years

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Wage
Lawyer from $86,348 - $136,878 annually based on admission date to the bar
Senior Lawyer from $138,248 - $181,145 annually based on admission date to the bar

Recognition and Retention Premium
The recognition and retention premium is based on written confirmation of admission to bar of a Canadian law society

• Fifteen (15) years but less than twenty (20) years – 1.0%
• Twenty (20) years but less than twenty-five (25) years – 2.0%
• Twenty-five (25) years – 3.0%.

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or
by email at [email protected] by March 2, 2025 indicating competition number R78-2025-0003.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place – 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the mostqualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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