Advisor, Legislation and Legal Affairs
Job Summary
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
Job Information
The Advisor, Legislation and Legal Affairs (Advisor) provides advice in the areas of legislation analysis, coordination and implementation. The Advisor undertakes the considerable research necessary to develop effective legislation and associated policy in support of departmental matters related to legislative and legal affairs, including Search Results and the preparation of court documents.
The incumbent must be knowledgeable on legislative matters regarding forest management, wildlife, water resources, environmental, and conservation assessment and monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducts research into, and provides advice on, existing and new legislation and regulations.
- Coordinates the development of new or amended legislation and regulations.
- Supports and coordinates effective Section 35 Consultation and discussion with internal and external partners and parties related to the development and amendment of legislation
- Coordinates and facilitates Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act (ATIPP) requests.
- Provides information on ECC legal issues needing clarification and liaises with the Department of Justice.
- Develops and maintains skills in professional, technical and administrative areas by attending workshops, conference seminars, meetings, courses, and other training.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field with two (2) years of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.
- Related fields may include law, public policy, public administration, public affairs, or political science.
- Equivalencies may include:
- Master's degree in a related field with one (1) year of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.
- Diploma in a related field with four (4) years of experience with the development, implementation and evaluation of policy/legislation.
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
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
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
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28303
Closing Date: October 21, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809 annually) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
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