Courtroom Clerk

**Division**:
Court Services

**Important Notices & Amendments**:
As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more. In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

**Temporary Duration**:
Approximate Duration: 4 months

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
Provide support and assistance as Clerk of the Court within Provincial Offences Act court sessions. Prepare and certify court transcripts. Provide administrative support to the Provincial Offences Court Administration program when court is not is session and backup to the Customer Service Representative as needed.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

EDUCATION
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
- Two years post-secondary education in Law Office Administration, Law Clerk or related program or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

**KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE**:

- Minimum 2 years of experience working in a court or legal office following interacting with the public and providing exceptional customer service.
- Previous cash handling and reconciling experience considered an asset.
- Fluency in French (both written and verbal) considered an asset.
- Experience operating digital recording systems and typing transcripts will be considered an asset.

**SKILLS**:

- Excellent knowledge of Provincial Offences Act and the Courts of Justice Act.
- Ability to operate electronic recording and transcribing equipment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of legal terms and procedures.
- Excellent keyboarding skills
- Strong computer skills in a Windows environment and knowledge of the Integrated Court Offences Network (ICON), Court Administration Management (CAMS) and Liberty systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to deal diplomatically with the public, colleagues, stakeholders and the judiciary.
- Excellent attention to detail/accuracy.
- Ability to multitask to complete all courtroom functions simultaneously

**SPECIAL CONDITIONS**:

- In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate.

**Other Conditions**:
OTHER CONDITIONS

Notwithstanding Article 16, an employee who has been transferred to a permanent position within the preceding four (4) month period need not be considered for a subsequent permanent position competition and/or transfer during this period unless the employee successfully demonstrates to the Human Resources Department that the competition will result in an increase in gross earnings or reduced travel distance from the employee's permanent residence to work.

Further, any employee who accepts a temporary posting must remain in the temporary position until the temporary position ends, or for at least six (6) months, whichever comes first, after which the employee can obtain another position, and with a second exception that the employee shall be permitted to vacate the temporary position earlier if the employee accepts a permanent position.

**Closing Statement**:
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- Phone:
905-980-6000 ext. 3252 or 1-800-263-7215
- Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
- In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 - Human Resources Dep