Job Description

The results of this process will be used to staff future positions, in various CNSC locations, with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.Who can apply? Persons legally eligible to work in Canada.The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices and providing employees with more choice about where they do their work. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work as part of their life while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.Dependent on operational requirements and the duties of the position, CNSC employees can work fully in the office, fully from a telework location or some mix in between the in-office and a telework location within Canada.This position can be done remotely, with periodic physical presence in office required. Physical onsite presence in Ottawa, Ontario will likely be required 1 to 2 days per month.We encourage applicants that reside across the National Capital Region to apply. We encourage applicants that reside across Canada to apply if they are able to travel to the NCR periodically for in-office work.The CNSC is committed to creating a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.Be an informed applicant. Read .Closing Date: September 8, 2024, 11:59pm (EST)Why work here?At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.We also provide benefits like:- Bilingual bonus up to $1,200 per year, if eligible
- Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year
- Competitive salary and benefit package
- Growth and the possibility internal career opportunities
- Strong support for employee wellness and mental healthThe CNSC is committed to ensuring our workforce is representative and reflective of Canadian society. We strive to continue to be a safe and healthy workplace - one that is inclusive and free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.Interested in learning more about the CNSC? Visit nuclearsafety.gc.caAbout Legal ServicesThe Legal Services is a full-service in-house legal team comprised of counsel, paralegal and administrative staff. Its goal is to provide high-quality, objective and timely legal services to the CNSC. The Legal Team works hard to provide excellent legal services and to support each other as individuals.Who you areWe are looking for dynamic, motivated lawyers searching for an opportunity to make their mark in a small federal organization with an important mandate - protecting the health and safety of Canadians and the environment, and ensuring national security and the respect of Canada\'s international obligations with regard to the regulation of the nuclear industry. You will be providing legal services to the CNSC in areas of law such as nuclear regulation, compliance and enforcement, tribunal decision-making, indigenous reconciliation, technology, labour relations, accessibility, information and privacy law. You would have opportunities to work on a variety of files, connecting and working with different teams of experts, and helping an administrative tribunal in the delivery of its mandate.Essential Qualifications:For LP-01 level :Experience:

• Conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions or memoranda
• Providing legal advice

Knowledge of:

• Administrative and constitutional law
• Mandate and jurisdiction of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission

Ability to:

• Identify legal issues and propose practical risk mitigation strategies
• Analyze and summarize complex legal judgments and draft case abstracts or memoranda
• Communicate legal advice and legal risk effectively both orally and in writing
• Work effectively under pressure with changing priorities within tight time constraints

For LP-02 level :Experience:

• 5-10 years of combined relevant legal practice
• Managing a practice that includes multiple files of challenging scope, risk, and impact
• Conducting research and drafting practical legal risk analyses and legal opinions
• Providing legal briefings and advice
• Working with clients to advance client priorities, minimize legal risk and find practical solutions

Knowledge of:

• In-depth knowledge of principles of administrative law, including procedural fairness and standard of review of decisions of statutory bodies
• Constitutional law, including separation of powers, Charter protections and s.35 principles and application of the law respecting search and seizure
• At least one of the following areas of law: environmental law, including the Impact Assessment Act, Indigenous law, privacy and access to information law, Government of Canada labour relations
• Mandate and jurisdiction of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
• Court processes

Ability to:

• Identify and analyze complex legal issues and identify practical strategies/solutions
• Communicate legal advice and legal risk effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work effectively under pressure with changing priorities within tight time constraints

For both LP-01 and LP-02 levels:Education: Law degree from a recognized university (LLB, JD, LLL, BCL)Professional accreditation: Member in good standing in the bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or the Order of notaries of QuebecLanguage requirements: Various language profilesEnglish essentialBilingual imperative with proficiency at BBB level. If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to self-assess .Key Leadership Competencies:The following \xe2\x80\x9cKey Behavioural Competencies\xe2\x80\x9d define the behaviours expected of all CNSC employees. These competencies serve as the basis for the selection, performance management, development and recognition of CNSC employees and will form part of the evaluation of this process.

• Live it - Model the CNSC values
• Own it - Be Accountable & Achieve Results
• Build it - Collaborate Effectively with Others
• Learn it - Commit to your Professional Growth & Personal Leadership

For more information on Key Leadership Competencies, please consult this linkAsset Qualification:

• In addition to the essential knowledge qualifications, knowledge of one or more of the following:

o environmental law, including the law applicable to environmental assessment and the Impact Assessment Act
o Indigenous law including up-to-date knowledge on the duty to consult, UNDRIP/UNDA, reconciliation, etc.
o general statutory laws applicable to Canadian government entities, including privacy and access to information law, official languages, Government of Canada labour relations

• Recent experience working within an administrative tribunal or regulatory setting
• Litigation experience or experience in the preparation of court documents, affidavits, process, etc
• Experience working in an organization with a science-based or technical mandate
• Degree in science

Operational NeedsAll CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.This position may require travel.Overtime: Overtime may be required.Submitting an Application:Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.1. We want to read your resume! Please include your contact information so we can reach you.
2. We want to hear from you! You will be prompted to complete a series of screening questions once you click on \xe2\x80\x9cI am interested\xe2\x80\x9d. Using concrete examples really helps to put things into perspective when reading your responses.
3. A work sample that demonstrates your ability to:LP01

• Summarize facts and legal issues
• Communicate legal advice and legal risk practically and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Analyze complex legal judgments and draft case abstracts or memoranda

LP02

• Communicate legal advice and legal risk practically and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Synthetize and analyze complex legal issues and identify practical applications

Important to Note: You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application, and then copy-paste them into your job application.To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:3. A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education
4. A scanned copy of your SLE results.We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.Additional Notes:Please visit our page for more information and helpful tips.Hiring ConditionsCandidates must meet and maintain the following hiring conditions throughout their employment.Occupational Accreditation: Member in good standing in the law society of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or the Order of notaries of QuebecSecurity: SecretContact Information:If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact or call 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).

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