Court Officer

3 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

About the Role

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Court Officer (Judicial Support) to join our team. As a key member of our Court Services Division, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our courts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage court hearings held in all levels of Court
  • Provide confidential administrative and organizational support to the Judiciary
  • Act in the role of the clerk in all courts, including jury sittings and performing judicial and quasi-judicial duties as a Justice of the Peace
  • Train and mentor new staff in day-to-day operational activities
  • Under the Judge's direction, draft and prepare complex orders arising from court hearings, review and apply relevant acts, statutes, policies, and procedures to all court documentation
  • Record and transcribe court proceedings by means of electronic recording equipment
  • Utilize technology to facilitate virtual or remote court hearings
  • You may be required to perform duties in Court Administration
  • Responsible for the production and management of each decision or judgment of the court from inception to release, which includes transcribing, proofreading, and editing. Upon completion, follow the publication process as outlined in policy and legislation.
  • Provide professional administrative assistance to the judges of the Court of Appeal by coordinating and organizing the judge's schedules; liaising with court officials, counsel, self-represented parties, and the public; responding to queries; screening calls in adherence with judicial protocol; maintaining confidentiality; composing and typing correspondence and reports; arranging pre-trials, conference calls, and case management conferences. Maintain detailed knowledge of the administrative policies set by the Court and Court administration.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have two years of post-secondary education in a related discipline plus five years of related experience in a legal environment. An equivalent combination of training and experience with exposure to the justice system will be acceptable.

You will also possess excellent proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills. Your superior organizational abilities and strong prioritization skills, with a combination of speed and accuracy, will assist with your attention to detail for a variety of tasks while meeting tight deadlines. And you will be able to work independently and as part of a team.

You must be fair and impartial to all clients using a high degree of confidentiality while exercising your excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly listening skills, when dealing with difficult people in complex, sensitive, and stressful situations. Tact and discretion are essential.

You must demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of the Rules and Statutes that govern the courts as well as a sound working knowledge of legal documents, forms, court procedures, and legal terminology. You will demonstrate a high level of initiative and problem-solving abilities and readily accept responsibilities. Errors can result in significant impacts for justice system participants.

We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, typing test, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Legal research skills and bilingualism, with oral and written skills in English and French, would be considered assets.

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