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Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victim services, and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
Key Responsibilities
Civil Litigation, where you will prepare pleadings, review documents, develop strategic directions on files, provide advice to client departments on legal risk, engage with legal counsel for other parties, and represent the GNWT in courts and tribunals in case conferences, motions, and trials.
Labour and Employment, where you will provide advice and services related to discipline, termination, interpretation of the collective agreement, labour relations, and other similar matters. This will also include appearing before Arbitrators to address grievances.
Human Rights matters, where you will provide advice and services relating to Human Rights complaints filed against the GNWT. This will include participating in alternative dispute resolution processes and appearing before the NWT Human Rights Adjudication Panel.
The potential for opportunities in other key practice areas such as Health Law, Professional Regulation, and Privacy Law.
Legal Division is a team environment, and we value collaboration and relationships amongst counsel. Litigation Counsel are regularly called upon to support the other work of the Division through:
Providing day-to-day legal advice
Drafting and communicating clear, concise, and accurate legal opinions
Providing advice on policies, procedures, and programs
Researching, monitoring, and communicating changes to the law that may impact the organization
Collaborating with clients to develop proactive strategies which minimize legal risk
Knowledge and Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective problem solving and interpersonal skills
Strong desire to learn
Knowledge in the area(s) of Civil Litigation, Administrative Law, Labour and Employment Law, Human Rights Law, and Public Sector Law
Key Qualifications
Law Degree and membership in the NWT Bar combined with five (5) years or more experience doing either similar legal work as contemplated, including recent litigation, or work of a type and breadth that demonstrates competence in a government legal counsel environment.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
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Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Transfer Assignments
Transfer Assignments may be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28524
Closing Date: November 13, 2026 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary ranges for these positions is from $71.44 per hour to $97.61 per hour (approximately $139,308 - $190,340) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
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Compensation Details
$139,308 - $190,340
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