Courtroom Clerk

**Division**:
Legal & Court Services

**Temporary Duration**:
Approximate Duration: 12-18 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.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

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**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.

**Closing Statement**:
Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY
- Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
- Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
- In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 - Human Resources Department