Crown Counsel - Divisional Coordinator - Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) 1 Temporary (up to12 months secondment/contract with possibility of extension)

Job code: OCAA - Crown Counsel

Salary commensurate with legal experience

ELIGIBILITY FOR THIS COMPETITION IS RESTRICTED TO STEP 1 CANDIDATES INCLUDING OPS ALOC AND OCAA LAWYERS living or working within 125 km of this location. Note: Eligible lawyers from outside the Area of Search may apply but will not be entitled to relocation or travel expenses for the transfer as set out below.

Step 1: All regular/fixed-term OCAA and ALOC lawyers on staff, current Redeployment List Members and current Articling Student Hireback Pool Members.

Step 2: In the absence of qualified applicants at Step 1 the competition may be reposted so that external applicants or non-members of the above-mentioned groups would then be eligible to apply.

Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG)

is a transformative investigative technique that combines DNA analysis and genealogy research to help solve reliable violent crimes, identify human remains, and advance investigations that may have remained unresolved for years.

The Criminal Law Division is establishing a dedicated Investigative Genetic Genealogy Prosecutions Unit to provide specialized leadership, support frontline Crown counsel, and strengthen the province's capacity to respond to emerging investigative and evidentiary challenges. The Unit will also promote training, knowledge sharing, and the development of best practices across Ontario.

The Divisional Coordinator - IGG will be responsible for policy, education and trial advise. The coordinator will provide specialized legal, advisory, and prosecutorial support for investigations utilizing IGG.



They will manage complex prosecutions, provide pre-charge advice, and ensure the effective and Charter-compliant use of IGG evidence in Ontario courts.

This coordinator will support policing partners in developing best practices and policy guidance for IGG use in investigations. This coordinator will represent MAG at the Divisional roundtable group with the OPP, CFS, OFPS and other OPS partners. They will also engage with the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario where necessary, and other policy-related stakeholders, to ensure that investigative and prosecutorial considerations are being reflected in policy recommendations.

The Divisional Coordinator's role includes litigation support and coordination with the IGG regional counsel.

This position is based in Toronto at 720 Bay Street with travel across the province.

The successful candidate for this position may be able to work from an alternate Criminal Law Division office within their existing geographical area though may be required to occasionally attend the physical workplace situated at 720 Bay Street in Toronto.

The position reports to the Director of the Crown Law Office - Criminal

Our values: Integrity, Judgment, Commitment, Justice, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration

About the job Duties will include:





Provide timely legal advice and pre-charge guidance to police services conducting IGG investigations.

Manage complex litigation connected to IGG investigations

Coordinate and develop policy and strategic initiatives, education and training

Participate in projects and initiatives that enhance the efficient prosecution of Investigative Genetic Genealogy cases

Develop and share best practices, legal resources, and precedents for IGG related prosecutions

Provide litigation support and strategic case management throughout the life cycle of IGG cases.

Develop and contribute to legal policies, best practices, guidance materials, and training related to IGG investigations and prosecutions.

Mandatory requirements Membership in good standing as a lawyer with the Law Society of Ontario

Legal Experience

Excellent working knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada, Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, criminal law procedures, rules of evidence and case law

Demonstrated understanding, awareness, and litigation experience with IGG cases

Experience working on major/lengthy cases involving forensic/scientific evidence, voluminous amounts of disclosure, and complex legal and factual issues

Experience providing legal advice and training on legal issues to the police and Crowns

Knowledge and understanding of the role and function of a prosecutor in the criminal justice system in Ontario

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Proven interpersonal, presentation and communications skills

Excellent writing skills

Proven judgment and analytical ability to determine appropriate key issues and set priorities accordingly

Proven ability

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