Lawyer 1 or 2

Lawyer 1 or 2Office of the Attorney GeneralDepartment of Justice and Public Safety
Constitutional Law Group - Legal Services BranchOpen Competition / PermanentFredericton, NB

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Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities, and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

The Attorney General is the law officer of the Executive Council and is responsible to see that the administration of public affairs is in accordance with the law and to ensure protection of the public interest. The Legal Services Branch provides civil and constitutional legal advice and representation to all provincial government departments and related agencies.

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an individual to join the Legal Services Branch as a Lawyer 1 or 2 within the Constitutional Law Group.

What you will do

The successful candidate will be assigned to the Constitutional Law Group and will work with other lawyers in a team setting and be responsible for conducting constitutional litigation and/or working with lawyers from the Litigation Group in constitutional litigation matters, appearing in all levels of courts and before administrative boards and tribunals throughout the province. The successful candidate will also be responsible for providing legal advice and opinions with respect to Memorandums to Executive Council, and other legal issues related to constitutional/Charter and indigenous law related matters.

Who you are

As a team player, you will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have:

• Law Degree;
• Membership in good standing or eligibility for membership in good standing with the Law Society of New Brunswick;
• Minimum of 8 years at the bar for Lawyer 2 positions, and a minimum of 4 years at the bar for the Lawyer 1 position;
• Recent experience in litigation commensurate with the candidate's years at the Bar, including experience conducting hearings before any level of court, boards or tribunals;
• Demonstrated interest in Indigenous law, and a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development in this area;
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check.

Please state your date of admission to a Canadian law society.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Candidates must demonstrate on their application how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resume should bein chronological order, specifying education and employment in months and years, including part-time and full-time employment. Screening for this competition is based on the resume you provide, so please ensure it is up to date when applying.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirements are also required:

• Travel;
• Possession of a valid driver's license; and
• Working outside of regular hours of work without prior notice.

Nice to Have (their asset qualifications)

• Additional years of litigation experience

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical thinking / judgment,
• Client service orientation,
• Effective interactive communication,
• Initiative, self-control/stamina,
• Commitment to learning, and
• Teamwork and cooperation.

Wage

Lawyer 1 - $90,277 to $143,107 annually, depending on education, experience, and/or years of admission to a Canadian law society

Lawyer 2 - $144,539 to $189,388 annually, depending on education, experience, and/or years of admission to a Canadian law society.

Applicants are required to submit with their application a writing sample of no more than five pages that they have authored within the last five years. If applying by email or mail, please attach/include the writing sample. If applying online, please send the writing sample in a separate email to the address below.

Work environment

• Location: Chancery Place, 675 King Street, Fredericton, NB
• Opportunity for occasional hybrid work arrangement, subject to operational requirements and with prior approval from management
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• Minimum 36.25 work hours per week
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• 25 days/month of paid vacation.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or by email at [email protected] by October 30, 2026 indicating competition number
R78-2026-0804.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place - 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time ofappointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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