As a Notary in Quebec, you provide essential legal services to the Department of National Defence and other federal organizations. Notaries are highly trained legal professionals who authenticate documents, administer oaths, and certify signatures on a wide range of official papers. Your work ensures that important government transactions and agreements meet Quebec's legal requirements and have proper legal standing. You play a critical role in supporting DND's operations, from property transactions and personnel matters to contract administration and international agreements. Your expertise helps protect the Crown's interests and ensures all legal documentation meets the highest standards of authenticity and compliance. As a Notary, you work in a professional environment within legal services teams, collaborating with other legal professionals, managers, and departmental clients. Your responsibilities include preparing notarial documents, maintaining registers and records in accordance with Quebec's Notarial Code, providing legal advice on notarial matters, and ensuring all documentation meets federal and provincial requirements. You may also represent the Crown in notarial matters and provide guidance to other government employees on proper documentation procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal advisory services support to departmental clients, Research and analyze legal issues and precedents, Draft legal opinions, contracts, and regulatory instruments, Advise on legal risks and compliance requirements
Post-secondary education or equivalent experience relevant to the position
Training
To qualify as a Notary in Quebec, you must hold a Bachelor's degree in Notarial Studies (or equivalent) from a Quebec university and complete the required professional training program. You must also be licensed and in good standing with the Chambre des notaires du Québec. Continued professional development is mandatory under Quebec's continuing legal education requirements. The Government of Canada supports ongoing training in areas such as federal legislation, government contracts, Crown liability, and emerging legal technologies. As part of your role, you may pursue specialized certifications or advanced training in areas relevant to government operations, including federal procurement law, intellectual property documentation, and advanced digital notarization methods.
Entry Plans
To join DND as a Notary, you typically enter through federal public service competitions that are advertised on the Government of Canada Jobs website. Applicants must meet the core qualification of being a licensed Quebec notary in good standing with the Chambre des notaires du Québec. Competitions may be open to external candidates or advertised on internal pools for current federal public servants. Some positions may be filled through lateral moves if you are already employed in the federal Public Service in a similar legal services role. Student recruitment programs and internship opportunities may also be available for those completing their notarial studies. The selection process generally includes a review of your qualifications, legal credentials, and an assessment of your ability to apply notarial expertise within the federal government context.
Part-Time Options
Part-time opportunities for Notaries in the federal government are limited but may be available depending on operational needs and departmental requirements. Most Notary positions in DND are full-time roles; however, flexible work arrangements such as compressed work weeks or staggered hours may be negotiated with your manager based on business needs. Remote work options have expanded across the federal Public Service and may be available for certain notarial tasks such as document preparation and legal research, though some duties require in-person presence for witnessing signatures and administering oaths. Telework eligibility depends on the specific position, security requirements, and departmental policies. We encourage you to discuss flexible and part-time options during the recruitment process or with your manager once hired, as accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.
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