Job Description
Job Information
Job Requisition ID: 71+++
Ministry: Justice
Location: Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 16, 2026
Classification: Crown Prosecutor 1- 3 Calgary Prosecutions Office (Calgary)
Crown Prosecutor 1- 2 Crown Prosecution Bail Office (Calgary/Edmonton)
Salary: CP1: $ $3,854.7+ to $ 4,855.+2 bi-weekly ($100,610.02 to $126,73+/year)
CP2: $5,462.50 to $6,764.60 bi-weekly ($142,571 to $176,556/year)
CP3: $7,275.46 to $8,067.13. bi-weekly (($18+,88+ to $210,552/year)
The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) prosecutes persons 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.
Information regarding the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) can be found by visiting our website at:
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. To follow this link, find out more about our department
Role Responsibilities
Are you looking for a great opportunity to provide support for the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences? The Alberta Crown Prosecution Services Division (ACPS) has an opportunity for an innovative and energetic Prosecutor to join the Calgary Prosecutions Office and Crown Prosecution Bail Office.
As a Crown Prosecutor, you will help deliver justice through fearless, fair and effective prosecutions. The daily responsibilities of Crown Prosecutors encompass a multitude of duties, such as: bail, charge screening, early case resolution, alternative measures, whether to proceed to trial or discontinue a prosecution, conduct of all prosecutions, entering a stay of proceedings, withdrawing charges, plea resolution, provision of disclosure, electing to proceed summarily or by indictment, taking a position on sentence, drafting legal opinions/briefings, dealing with victims, witnesses and police, and launching appeals.
Specific accountabilities of the position include:
The public interest is served, and a just result is obtained
The Court is provided with evidence and legal argument that is fair, accurate and complete
Assigned prosecutions of all serious and complex cases are conducted in a highly competent manner
Working with victims of crimes and their families
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
Drafting legal opinions/briefings and court documents professionally and appropriately
Working effectively to build collaborative environments with stakeholders of the justice system
Problem solving and adapting approach as required to achieve intended outcomes
Independent decision making
Prioritizing actions/cases effectively to respond to numerous challenges and demands
Analyzing situations fully to make informed decisions
Please
APS Competencies
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
Develop Networks – Proactively builds networks, connects and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders
Systems Thinking - Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipates changes in own area based on activities in other area
Creative Problem Solving – Have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
Qualifications
A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), and active membership or immediate eligibility for membership with the Law Society of Alberta is required.
Crown Prosecutor 1: 0 - 4 years legal experience is required.
Crown Prosecutor 2: a minimum of 4 years legal experience is required.
Crown Prosecutor 3: a minimum of 11 years legal experience is required.
Strong litigation experience, preferably in the area of criminal law would be considered assets for applicants
For Law degrees obtained outside Canada, proof of accreditation from the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) is required.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to
Notes
This competition will be used to fill two (2) Temporary position for 12 months as well as positions that may come available before close of this competition.
Calgary Prosecutions Office Location: Calgary
Crown Prosecution Bail Office Location: Calgary or Edmonton
Applications without a cover letter outlining your relatable experience may not be considered.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Cindy Zaiffdeen @ Cindy.V.Zaiffdeen@goa.ab.ca
Job Requisition ID: 71+++
Ministry: Justice
Location: Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 16, 2026
Classification: Crown Prosecutor 1- 3 Calgary Prosecutions Office (Calgary)
Crown Prosecutor 1- 2 Crown Prosecution Bail Office (Calgary/Edmonton)
Salary: CP1: $ $3,854.7+ to $ 4,855.+2 bi-weekly ($100,610.02 to $126,73+/year)
CP2: $5,462.50 to $6,764.60 bi-weekly ($142,571 to $176,556/year)
CP3: $7,275.46 to $8,067.13. bi-weekly (($18+,88+ to $210,552/year)
The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) prosecutes persons 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.
Information regarding the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) can be found by visiting our website at:
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. To follow this link, find out more about our department
Role Responsibilities
Are you looking for a great opportunity to provide support for the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences? The Alberta Crown Prosecution Services Division (ACPS) has an opportunity for an innovative and energetic Prosecutor to join the Calgary Prosecutions Office and Crown Prosecution Bail Office.
As a Crown Prosecutor, you will help deliver justice through fearless, fair and effective prosecutions. The daily responsibilities of Crown Prosecutors encompass a multitude of duties, such as: bail, charge screening, early case resolution, alternative measures, whether to proceed to trial or discontinue a prosecution, conduct of all prosecutions, entering a stay of proceedings, withdrawing charges, plea resolution, provision of disclosure, electing to proceed summarily or by indictment, taking a position on sentence, drafting legal opinions/briefings, dealing with victims, witnesses and police, and launching appeals.
Specific accountabilities of the position include:
The public interest is served, and a just result is obtained
The Court is provided with evidence and legal argument that is fair, accurate and complete
Assigned prosecutions of all serious and complex cases are conducted in a highly competent manner
Working with victims of crimes and their families
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
Drafting legal opinions/briefings and court documents professionally and appropriately
Working effectively to build collaborative environments with stakeholders of the justice system
Problem solving and adapting approach as required to achieve intended outcomes
Independent decision making
Prioritizing actions/cases effectively to respond to numerous challenges and demands
Analyzing situations fully to make informed decisions
Please
APS Competencies
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
Develop Networks – Proactively builds networks, connects and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders
Systems Thinking - Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipates changes in own area based on activities in other area
Creative Problem Solving – Have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
Qualifications
A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), and active membership or immediate eligibility for membership with the Law Society of Alberta is required.
Crown Prosecutor 1: 0 - 4 years legal experience is required.
Crown Prosecutor 2: a minimum of 4 years legal experience is required.
Crown Prosecutor 3: a minimum of 11 years legal experience is required.
Strong litigation experience, preferably in the area of criminal law would be considered assets for applicants
For Law degrees obtained outside Canada, proof of accreditation from the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) is required.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to
Notes
This competition will be used to fill two (2) Temporary position for 12 months as well as positions that may come available before close of this competition.
Calgary Prosecutions Office Location: Calgary
Crown Prosecution Bail Office Location: Calgary or Edmonton
Applications without a cover letter outlining your relatable experience may not be considered.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Cindy Zaiffdeen @ Cindy.V.Zaiffdeen@goa.ab.ca
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Crown Prosecutor position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.