About Us The Public Prosecution Service (PPS) offers a unique and meaningful opportunity to contribute to justice and public safety.

Established in 1990 as the first statutorily based independent prosecution service in Canada, the mandate of the PPS is rooted in its commitment to ensuring fair and equal treatment in the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences.

We are looking for the brightest legal minds, who also reflect the rich diversity of our province! We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate a supportive culture of diversity and belonging.

We strive to create an environment where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and valued.

We encourage applications from those that equally value and champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA).

About Our Opportunity As the Chief Crown Attorney, you will supervise and manage the conduct of the Crown Attorneys and the prosecution cases undertaken by the Public Prosecution Service.

Reporting to the Director of Public Prosecutions, you will conduct prosecutions and provide management, guidance and leadership for the staff of this division of the NSPPS.

In this role you will ensure compliance with instructions or guidelines issued by the Attorney General or the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Qualifications and Experience To be successful in this position you will have a Bachelor of Laws Degree, have a practicing membership with the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society, plus 10 years’ experience in the practice of criminal law.

Previous experience in the conduct of significant prosecutions and appeals is preferred.

Your significant criminal litigation experience in the various levels of court; extensive up-to-date knowledge of criminal law (statutes and caselaw) and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Rules of Evidence and the rules respecting summary conviction and indictable appeals is required.





You will have demonstrated competence in the areas of substantive and procedural criminal law, as well as provincial statute offences and regulations, advocacy, media and public relations skills.

Your proven organizational skills in conducting major prosecutions; balancing case work and managerial functions are necessary to be successful in this role.

The superior communication skills you have developed are required in order to clearly explain complex factual and legal issues orally and in writing.

In addition, you will have robust interpersonal skills including leadership, team building, ability to motivate others and to work cooperatively with other components of the criminal justice system.

Your proven administrative skills and experience in supervising legal staff is also needed.

Familiarity with government administrative and operational policies is preferred.

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework.

During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation.

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We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Benefits Based on the employment status, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Additional Information This competition is seeking to fill two (2) permanent full-time employment opportunities, located in Halifax and Dartmouth respectively.

Pay Grade: LSM 02 Salary Range: $7,;- $8,;Bi-Weekly

📌 Chief Crown Attorney (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Government of Nova Scotia
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality