Court Clerk​/Deputy Registrar​/Justice Peace MB

Position: Court Clerk/Deputy Registrar/Staff Justice of the Peace MB)

Introduction

Manitoba Justice is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Court Clerk, Staff Justice of the Peace, and Deputy Registrar in Thompson, Manitoba. This position involves considerable public contact and assistance to the legal profession related to regulations or procedures and completion of court documents. Extensive training as well as coaching are provided for this position for you to succeed.

Training will start by performing junior court office duties and courtroom functions to acquire basic working knowledge of court rules and procedures associated with any of the various courts functioning in the province.
Duties:
Once trained the roles requires you to perform various court related duties dependent on your daily assignment. The duties and responsibilities are taken from the Court Clerk Monitor, Deputy Registrar and Staff Justice of the Peace positions. The incumbent will be responsible to clerk and monitor Provincial and King’s Bench criminal, family and civil court sittings including recording court proceedings, marking and recording exhibits, reading charges, reading oaths to witnesses, maintaining order in the courtroom, completing court dispositions and all related paperwork, and performing other pre and post court related duties.

You will be expected to maintain discretion at all times with the ability to handle sensitive evidence during court hearings. You will also assist the judiciary, members of the legal profession, police and public as required. You will also hold the designation of a Deputy Registrar and Staff Justice of the Peace and perform the duties associated with those appointments.

To be considered for this competition you must submit a Resume. The selection board will only rely on information provided in your resume to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

Note:

You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Experience performing data entry as well as preparing, administering and processing complex documentation in accordance with legislation or procedures

Excellent organizational and time management skills including the ability to handle multiple tasks in pressure situations with strict deadlines

Ability to maintain accuracy and pay attention to detail

Ability to exercise sound judgment and independent decision making skills

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflict

Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as contribute to a respectful workplace

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Excellent English verbal communication skills with the ability to project vocally without error

Excellent English written communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Office (Word and Outlook) or equivalent programs

Desired:

Completion of a recognized Legal or Administrative Assistant program or other related post secondary education

Experience working in a court or related legal environment which may include working with courtroom documentation, procedures and processes

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Satisfactory Enhanced Security Check - Level III

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Ability to lift and transport related equipment weighing up to 14 kgs/30 lbs.

Ability to work overtime as necessary with little notice

Ability to travel to other court centres and circuit court locations by car, airplane and other means of transportation with the possibility of overnight stays

Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet workload demands

Must possess a valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver's Licence

Must qualify for an appointment as a Staff Justice of the Peace pursuant to statutory requirements