Join us in our mission to uphold justice and serve the public
As a Case Management Coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in the Crown Attorney's office, ensuring fairness and efficiency in legal proceedings. Your efforts will support criminal prosecutions and ensure the smooth operation of court activities, directly impacting the lives of Ontarians.
Please Note: This role requires strong oral and written French language skills as the successful candidate will be regularly working with French legal documents.Amendment: Closing date extended to July 24th.
About the job
In this role, you will:
• perform quasi-legal and legal support duties in relation to the management of cases through the criminal justice system
• liaise with accused, defence counsel, police, victims, witnesses and other justice stakeholders
• conduct research and co-ordinate special projects
• help with the development and implementation of policies and procedures in support of the case management function
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You must possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.
Legal knowledge
You have demonstrated knowledge of:
• criminal court systems, statutes, rules, regulations, court procedures, policies and practices related to the administration of justice
• the Crown attorney system and criminal prosecution programs
• criminal law evidence, procedures and legal terminology
Planning, organizational and administrative skills
You excel at:
• prioritizing and managing workload in a fast-paced environment in order to meet strict statutory and administrative deadlines
• organizing files and documents
• administering case file workflows for complex criminal matters, and ensuring accurate up to-date documentation
• applying appropriate administrative procedures
Research, analytical and judgement skills
You can:
• research case law and precedents
• examine case files to identify potential issues, develop and recommend solutions and ensure completeness
• exercise sound judgement and make decisions independently
• apply tact and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
Oral and written communication skills
You can:
• communicate respectfully and effectively with colleagues, judiciary, victims, witnesses, accused, defense counsel, police and the public
• use legal terminology to exchange information with justice partners and the public
• provide clear and articulate explanations of court procedures and legal terms verbally and in writing
• provide required information to defense counsel or accused
• maintain professionalism in all interactions
• take initiative and work with minimal supervision in a team environment
Technical proficiency
You can:
• use general office equipment, computer software and applications to perform core case management functions
• demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in handling digital evidence
• utilize Audio-Visual/ Information Technology (AV/IT) equipment and software for case presentation in and out of court
Who we are
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 offences under the Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and Provincial Offences Act.
• Conducts criminal appeals at all court levels.
• Provides specialized services (e.g., wiretaps, extraditions, search warrants).
• Advises police and government officials on criminal law.
• Sets prosecution policy across Ontario.
• Develops justice system efficiencies with stakeholders.
• Offers world-class education for prosecutors.
Additional information can be found
here.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We 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. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
• You will be joining a prosecution team committed to professionalism, collaboration and innovation.
• You will enjoy a friendly and cooperative work environment, on-the-job training and career growth opportunities.
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.
We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
These roles come with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that include:
• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
• group health, dental, life and disability benefits
• a range of vacation and leave options
• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services