Bilingual Court Clerk/Deputy Registrar/Staff Justice of the Peace

Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Satisfactory Enhanced Security Check - Level III
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check - Vulnerable Sector Search, Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check, Satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check (Applicants who have a criminal record will not be precluded from the remainder of the competition process, however, may be required to provide a hard copy (Transcript of Convictions) of their criminal record to Human Resource Services should the results indicate that there may or may not be a criminal record).
Ability to lift and transport related equipment weighing up to 14 kgs./30 lbs.
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet workload demands
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
Must possess a valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver's Licence and have access to a personal vehicle to travel for business purposes
Must qualify for an appointment as a Staff Justice of the Peace pursuant to statutory requirements
Must be able to communication verbally and in writing in both official languages (French and English)

Qualifications:
Essential:
Ability to perform data entry as well as prepare, administer and process complex documentation in accordance with legislation or procedures and handle inquires on the phone or in person
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
Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as contribute to a respectful workplace
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflict
Excellent English verbal communication skills including the ability to project vocally without error
Excellent English written communication skills
Excellent French verbal communication skills
Excellent French written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Outlook) or equivalent programs

Desired:
Experience working in a court or related legal environment which may included working with courtroom documentation, procedures and processes
Completion of a recognized legal or administrative assistant program or other related post secondary education
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 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.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.