Crown Prosecutor, Bails

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive workplace culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Government of Alberta’s Alberta Crown Prosecution Service in Edmonton seeks a Crown Prosecutor in the Bail unit. This full-time temporary role involves leading bail hearings, reviewing files, and advising on related applications to secure timely appearances.

You will work with a team of prosecutors, handle complex bail matters, conduct legal research, and prepare recommendations for bail reviews. The position offers a structured schedule and opportunities across ACPS locations.

Qualifications

• LLB or JD required.
• Active membership or immediate eligibility for membership with the Law Society of Alberta.
• Crown Prosecutor 1: 0-4 years; Crown Prosecutor 2: minimum 4 years.
• Experience conducting bail hearings.
• Knowledge of Criminal Justice System and bail processes.
• For law degrees from outside Canada, NCA accreditation is required.

Responsibilities

• Act as counsel at first instance bail hearings before the Hearing Office.
• Review and screen files for bail positions, violations, and related orders.
• Advise police on required information and replacement charges.
• Conduct bail applications before Justices of the Peace (virtually).
• Work with a team of prosecutors to bring accused before the Justice of the Peace within 24 hours of arrest.
• Apply Decisions to Prosecute Guideline as appropriate.
• Conduct resolution discussions, discut and sentencing as appropriate.
• Document positions, delays, applications, and outcomes.
• Report issues to the Team Lead, Deputy Chief Prosecutor, or Chief Prosecutor.
• Conduct legal research, writing and presentation; prepare bail review recommendations.

Skills

Agility

Drive for Results

Build Collaborative Environments

Systems Thinking

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Westlaw

CanLII

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Job Information

Job Title: Crown Prosecutor, Bails
Job Requisition ID: 88316
Ministry: Justice
Location: Various
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 3 Days/3 Evenings/3 Days Off

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary, until October 4, 2027
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 21, 2026
Classification: Crown Prosecutor 1-2
Salary:

• CP1 $3,947.31 to $4,972.47 bi-weekly ($103,042 - $129,781/year)
• CP2 $5,593.60 to $6,764.60 bi-weekly ($145,992 - $180,793/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

The Ministry of Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta.

The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) prosecutes people charged with Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and provincial statute offences. The ACPS promotes safe communities by vigorously prosecuting cases involving serious and violent crime and working with individuals and organizations in the community to identify and implement improved and alternative approaches to the administration of criminal justice. In addition, the ACPS develops criminal law policy for the province and supports criminal law consultation with other levels of government.

Role Responsibilities

Are you looking for a great opportunity to contribute to the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences? The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service has an opportunity available for a Crown Prosecutor position within the Bail unit.

Some of duties will include:

• Acting as counsel at first instance bail hearings before the Hearing Office.
• Quickly and efficiently reviewing and screening files for positions on bail, bail revocation, detention, missing information and accompanying supplementary orders.
• Quickly and efficiently reviewing documentary evidence, advising police on required information/documents and replacement charges.
• Conducting bail applications and making appropriate bail related applications before Justices of the Peace (virtually).
• Working as part of a team of prosecutors bringing accused individuals before the Justice of the Peace for a meaningful appearance as soon as possible but with a common goal of no later than 24 hours after arrest.
• Applying Decisions to Prosecute Guideline as appropriate.
• Conducting resolution discussions, recommending of pleas and conducting sentencings of matters within the jurisdiction of a Justice of the Peace where appropriate.
• Documenting positions, delays, applications, and outcomes.
• Following up with stakeholders when issues arise.
• Conducting legal research, writing and presentation.
• Preparing recommendations for bail review or extraordinary remedies (writs) where warranted.
• Timely reporting of issues to the Team Lead, Deputy Chief Prosecutor, Chief Prosecutor.
• Advising investigating agencies of results where required.
• Appearing in court and making appropriate submissions on release or detention.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Agility – Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in changing environments.
• Drive for Results - Sets goals and prioritizes work to accomplish them- Follows through on duties and tasks and reports on progress.
• Build Collaborative Environments – Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
• Systems Thinking - Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipate changes in own area based on activities in other areas.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD).
• Active membership or immediate eligibility for membership with the Law Society of Alberta.
• Crown Prosecutor 1: 0 - 4 years
• Crown Prosecutor 2: a minimum of 4 years
• Prior experience conducting bail hearings
• Good knowledge of the Criminal Justice System and processes specifically relating to bail.

For Law degrees obtained outside Canada, proof of accreditation from the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) is required.

Assets:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
• Proficiency with Adobe, Westlaw and CanLII
• Current criminal law understanding & experience
• High attention to detention
• Ability to work quickly in high pressure environment
• Ability to work as part of a team

Shifts: This job has a shift rotation of 3 days, 3 evenings and 3 days off.

• Morning Shift: 8am-4pm
• Evening Shift: 4pm-Midnight

Please Note:

• There is one full-time temporary position available until October 4, 2027.
• This competition may also be used to fill future permanent and temporary positions at the same or lower classifications in the Bails Office or elsewhere in the ACPS.
• Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC).
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
• This position can be located in:
• Edmonton: will work out of the John E. Brownlee Building.
• Calgary: will work out of the John J Bowlen Building

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Cindy V Zaiffdeen at [e-mail].