Advisor, Legislation and Legal Affairs

gov; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of the Northwest Territories invites applications for the Advisor, Legislation and Legal Affairs. The role provides analysis, coordination and implementation of legislation and policy in the Environment and Climate Change department, focusing on forest, wildlife, water resources and related conservation issues.

The position requires advanced research, coordination of new laws, and collaboration with internal and external partners, including the Department of Justice, to ensure

Qualifications

• A related-field bachelor's degree with 2 years policy/legislation experience.
• Equivalencies: Master's with 1 year; Diploma with 4 years in policy/legislation.
• Fields include law, public policy, public administration, public affairs, or political science.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research into, and provides advice on, existing and new legislation and regulations.
• Coordinates the development of new or amended legislation and regulations.
• Supports and coordinates effective Section 35 Consultation and discussion with internal and external partners and parties related to the development and amendment of legislation
• Coordinates and facilitates Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act(ATIPP) requests.
• Provides information on ECC legal issues needing clarification and liaises with the Department of Justice.
• Develops and maintains skills in professional, technical and administrative areas by attending workshops, conference seminars, meetings, courses, and other training.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field with two (2) years of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.

Law, public policy, public administration, public affairs, or political science.

Equivalencies may include Master’s degree with one year OR Diploma with four years in policy/legislation.

Master's degree in a related field with one (1) year of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.

Diploma in a related field with four (4) years of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.

Job description

Department: Environment and Climate Change

The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.

Job Information

The Advisor, Legislation and Legal Affairs (Advisor) provides advice in the areas of legislation analysis, coordination and implementation. The Advisor undertakes the considerable research necessary to develop effective legislation and associated policy in support of departmental matters related to legislative and legal affairs, including Search Results and the preparation of court documents.

The incumbent must be knowledgeable on legislative matters regarding forest management, wildlife, water resources, environmental, and conservation assessment and monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts research into, and provides advice on, existing and new legislation and regulations.
• Coordinates the development of new or amended legislation and regulations.
• Supports and coordinates effective Section 35 Consultation and discussion with internal and external partners and parties related to the development and amendment of legislation
• Coordinates and facilitates Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act(ATIPP) requests.
• Provides information on ECC legal issues needing clarification and liaises with the Department of Justice.
• Develops and maintains skills in professional, technical and administrative areas by attending workshops, conference seminars, meetings, courses, and other training.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with two (2) years of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.
• Related fields may include law, public policy, public administration, public affairs, or political science.
• Equivalencies may include:
  • Master's degree in a related field with one (1) year of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.
  • Diploma in a related field with four (4) years of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.