About the position
DutiesDo you have an interest in the criminal justice system in Canada and working with victims and witnesses affected by crime?
Do you have a desire to assist those navigating this complex system by providing information and ongoing court support with an empathic and compassionate approach? Is developing strong rapport and a safer space in your everyday interactions important to you?
As a Crown Witness Coordinator (CWC) at the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) you will have an opportunity to use these skills and tools to aid in the creation of a more accessible route for those navigating an intricate system. Often working with people at the most difficult points of their lives, CWC’s strive to ensure victims of crime are aware of their rights and have access to accurate and reliable information.
Crown Witness Coordinators work closely with Crown prosecutors, victims, witnesses, and the community to provide a critical link between the criminal justice system and victims of crime. This small but essential support team for witnesses and victims of crime provide services throughout the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon.
http://www.victimsweek.gc.ca/stories-experience/essay-essai/north-nord.html
Love to travel? CWCs travel to communities across the Territory that are served by the PPSC. Employees will have the opportunity to explore the greatness and natural beauty of the North during their travels for circuit court.
Additional benefits to working in the North:
1) Allowances under the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive - in addition to your base salary to offset the costs of living in the North.
2) Relocation assistance.
3) Vacation Travel Assistance - paid travel outside the territory once a year. The amount allocated varies.
4) Training opportunities.
5) Government housing (Nunavut only).
Work environmentThe Department:
The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is a national organization of approximately 1,000 employees across Canada, dedicated to prosecuting federal offences. We offer meaningful career opportunities for legal and business professionals.
Our updated Mission and Values reflect a strong commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, as well as Equity and Inclusion. We recognize the impact of systemic discrimination and are working to support a fairer justice system for all, particularly Indigenous and racialized communities.
At the PPSC, every employee contributes to a workplace where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Through our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) structure, employees can engage with one of five National Councils for Employees: Persons living with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Black Persons, Indigenous Peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+.
We’ve also modernized our Decision to Prosecute test to help prosecutors recognize and address bias and systemic factors, ensuring decisions reflect both legal standards and the broader public interest.
Learn more about our mission and values: https://www.ppsc-sppc.gc.ca/eng/bas/mis-mis.html.
Intent of the process
This process is anticipatory. A list of qualified and/or partially qualified candidates will be established from this process to staff positions in Yellowknife (Northwest Territories), Whitehorse (Yukon) and Iqaluit (Nunavut), with varying tenures.
Operational Requirements
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requirement to travel which may include assignments on short notice and for extended periods.
- Ability and willingness to work outside normal working hours which may include working evenings, nights and weekends based on operational needs.
-Possession of a valid driver’s licence. Note: the licence class must, at a minimum, authorize the driver to drive a car, van or small truck, on all roads and highways without an accompanying driver (Yukon and Northwest Territories only).
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Education:
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Experience:
Experience working with or supporting individuals through difficult situations, which may include youth, elderly, persons with disabilities, victims of crime, or vulnerable people.
Experience working in a Northern environment.
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment, particularly in Indigenous communities.
Applied / assessed at a later date
The following will be assessed after the screening stage:
Competencies:
Potential to learn
Attention to Detail
Thinking Things Through
Showing Initiative and being Action Oriented
Working Effectively with Others
Demonstrate Integrity and Respect
Communicate Effectively with Others
Reliability
Empathy
Planning and Organizing
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
The following criteria may be evaluated during the hiring process. Please ensure your application clearly indicates whether you meet any of these qualifications:
- Experience working in a legal environment.
- Knowledge of Inuit culture (Nunavut only).
Organizational Needs:
The PPSC is committed to establishing and maintaining a workforce that represents the Canadian public we serve. We believe that a broad range of perspectives encourages effective prosecution and cultivates trust in our communities. Through intentional screening, assessment, and/or selection that may first consider candidates who self-declare as members of the following groups, we aim to address the historical underrepresentation of Black people, Indigenous persons*, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community**, persons with disabilities, racialized persons*, and/or women in the PPSC and the Public Service.
*Please note that in the Employment Equity Act and the self-declaration form Indigenous persons are currently designated as Aboriginal peoples and racialized persons are designated as Visible minorities.
**Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, and additional sexual orientations and gender identities.
Our commitment
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
The PPSC is committed to reflecting the diversity of the Canadian population. We foster an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including Black people, Indigenous persons, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities and racialized persons.
Accessibility:
We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring an inclusive hiring process. If you require—or think you may require—accommodations at any stage, please contact us using the contact information below. We take a “Yes, by default” approach to accessibility and will work with you to meet your individual needs while maintaining fair assessment standards. All requests are confidential, and your privacy will be respected.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.