Courtroom Monitor

5 months ago


Burlington, Canada City of Burlington, Ontario Full time

**Description**:
**Working for The City**:
A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you’ll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors, and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership

**Location**:
On-site at Halton Court Services, 4085 Palladium Way, Burlington

**Position Overview**:
Reporting to the Supervisor in the Burlington Court Support Unit, you will perform Courtroom Clerk and Monitor duties during court proceedings by digitally recording all proceedings.

**Responsibilities**:
The Courtroom Monitor is responsible for:

- Monitoring the integrity of the recordings;
- Preparing and supporting the courtroom during proceedings;
- Completing a comprehensive log of proceedings;
- Accepting and processing court exhibits;
- Providing courtroom support to the judiciary;
- Updating outcome of court proceedings in ICON; and
- Preparing certified transcripts of proceedings and maintain a secure filing system of all recorded and transcribed court proceedings.

**Requirements**:
You will be a high school graduate and will have at least one year direct experience in a provincial courtroom. A working knowledge of legal and technical terms and courtroom procedures and protocol are also required. Bilingualism and the ability to operate a digital recording system, specifically Liberty Digital Recording equipment are definite assets. You will also demonstrate:

- ability to operate Microsoft Office software
- proficient keyboarding skills
- excellent proofreading and editing skills
- excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills
- ability to deal tactfully and effectively with members of the judiciary, legal profession, stakeholders and general public, and
- ability to work independently as well as within a team environment

**Police Check Requirement**:
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