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Justice Officer
2 months ago
The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Justice Officer to join our team in the Nova Scotia Department of Justice. As a Justice Officer, you will play a critical role in administering and delivering court support services within the Supreme Court (Family Division).
Key Responsibilities- Direct document preparation to initiate legal proceedings
- Assist court users to consider and initiate appropriate options to resolve conflicts
- Offer appropriate legal information and assistance
- Operate special programs in the court such as Parent Information
- Case manage high-volume and often high conflict cases
- Offer assisted dispute resolution services to facilitate an agreement on issues between parties in appropriate cases
- Prepare court orders
- Interpret and analyze financial information provided by clients
- Perform the judicial functions and duties of a Court Officer and Deputy Prothonotary
- Liaise with the Judiciary, members of the legal profession, and the general public
- Bachelor's degree plus five years of related experience in a legal/justice environment or an acceptable equivalent of education, experience, and training
- Knowledge and experience providing client-based services
- Previous experience and formal training in domestic violence issues, assisted dispute resolution, interviewing, and client assessment
- Ability to analyze, interpret, and demonstrate an understanding of the Rules & Statutes that govern court actions and applying them to the court process
- High level of diplomacy, tact, and professionalism
- Ability to deal with difficult people and demanding situations
- Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines for a high volume of case management
- Sound working knowledge of the Justice System, Family Division, court support programs, community referral agencies, and proficiency in automated computer software programs
- Career development opportunities
- Engaging workplace culture
- Countless career paths
- Department-specific flexible working schedules
The Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits, including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
Working Conditions- Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
- Exposure to emotional and sensitive issues
- High demand for accuracy and attention to detail
- Impartial attitude required at all times
This position requires an enhanced level of security screening for external applicants. Fluency in the French Language will be considered an asset.
