Crown Counsel
- Divisional Coordinator
- Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG)1 Temporary (up to12 months secondment/contract with possibility of extension) Salary commensurate with legal experience 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. Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) is a transformative investigative technique that combines DNA analysis and genealogy research to help solve serious 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. This coordinator will support policing partners in developing best practices and policy guidance for IGG use in investigations. 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 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 productive 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 requirementsMembership 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 Excellent writing skills Ability to work as part of a team within the criminal justice system and with community stakeholders Technical skills to work effectively with computer technology and databases made available to professional staff How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives Anti-Racism Policy The Ministry of the Attorney General is committed to a responsive, innovative justice system that upholds the Rule of Law. The Criminal Law Division, with approximately 2,200 staff (1,400 legal and 800 business professionals): Prosecutes

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