Assistant Trial Coordinator

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Monday, September 28, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

1 Temporary contract for up to 12 months, with possibility of extension

Job code:

09

OAD - Office Administration 09

$28.14 - $32.82 Per hour
* * Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Consider this challenging opportunity in the Ontario and Superior Court of Justice, where you will assist in coordinating and scheduling cases in criminal, family, civil and other courts.

About the job

assisting the Trial Coordinator in maintaining court lists utilizing established scheduling practices

processing documents and orders; liaising with Trial Coordinators, judiciary, counsel, other staff, and the public regarding the scheduling of matters

identifying and bringing issues that may affect the schedule to the attention of the Trial Coordinator(s)

assisting in the preparation of statistical information

What you bring to the team
Technical skills:

You have knowledge of the functions and rules of the Ontario and Superior Courts of Justice, relevant legislation and legal terminology

Analytical and problem solving skills:

You have judgement and problem solving skills

You have the ability to work independently and as part of a team

You possess analytical skills to assist with the compilation of statistical data

Communication and organizational skills
You have:

organizational, coordination and planning skills to assist with the scheduling of court sittings

the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with tact and diplomacy with judges, staff, counsel and the public

Computer skills:

You are proficient with computer applications (word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, email, Internet and management information systems)

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:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

accessibility

Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

We offer a unique opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives, working both in and out of the courtroom.

You will be joining a team of more than 3,000 frontline staff members and managers across the province, committed to professionalism, collaboration and innovation.

You will enjoy a friendly and cooperative work environment, career growth opportunities, and on-the-job training.

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of 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

a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

This role comes with the option to participate in a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:

a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)

group health, dental, life and disability benefits

an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counselling services

Additional information:
Apply by:

Monday, September 28, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

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