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42455_Bilingual Judicial Assistant

Overview

Bilingual Judicial Assistant
JA1 Judicial Assistant 1
Term/full-time
with the possibility of becoming Regular
Manitoba Justice
Judicial Services, Courts
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 42455
Salary(s): JA1 $2,007.53 - $2,297.53 bi-weekly
Closing Date: February 26, 2024
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening

Duties:
The incumbent provides administrative support services to Judges of the Court of Appeal as assigned. Processes the judgments of the court including proofreading and researching legal texts for references to citations and quotations. Maintains filing systems and responds to inquiries from various stakeholders. Coordinates meetings and makes travel arrangements. Assists the judiciary, court staff, government departments, legal profession and the public in a professional manner and applies appropriate level of discretion. The incumbent works primarily independently and with minimum supervision, but also works with a team of colleagues who may require back up support.

Qualifications

Essential:
Experience performing senior administrative duties in a court or related legal environment
Excellent English verbal communication skills
Excellent English written communication skills
Excellent proofreading and editing skills with a proven understanding of the proper case, statute and neutral citation standards
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with the legal profession, the general public and other stakeholders
Proven organizational skills with the ability to meet workload demands and deadlines
Ability to work independently
Ability to work in a team environment
Proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Outlook and Excel)
Excellent French verbal communication skills
Excellent French written communication skills

Desired:
Knowledge of the Court systems, Court Rules, policies and procedures
Experience using legal research applications such as Quicklaw / LexisNexis and CanLII and conducting related Internet searches
Experience with transcribing
Completion of a legal administrative training program

Contact

Apply Now:
Advertisement # 42455
Talent Acquisition - Executive Recruitment
Human Resource Services
608-330 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0C4
Phone: 204-945-6892
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: PSCExecutivejobs@gov.mb.ca

Job Details

Application End Date
Job ID
42455
Job Category
Administrative
Area of Interest
Administrative/Support
Employment Type
Full-Time Term
Job Location
Winnipeg, MB
Salary
Salary(s): JA1 $2,007.53 - $2,297.53 bi-weekly