167829 - Judicial Clerk - Justice and Public Safety - Permanent
3 days ago
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.
The purpose of this position is to provide clerical and staff Justice of the Peace services in the Provincial Court and Youth Justice Court of Prince Edward Island. This position must have the ability to complete a summary conviction case through the entire life of the case, including duties at trial, court stenographer duties, fine collection, appeal and record suspension duties. The incumbent is required to act as staff Justice of the Peace after hours.
**Duties will include but are not limited to**:
- Acting as a staff Justice of the Peace for the purposes of taking pleas on summary conviction matters and such other staff Justice of the Peace duties as directed by the Chief Judge of the Provincial Court;
- Acting as court stenographer for trials and other court hearings;
- Acting as Deputy Registrar in the Supreme Court if required;
- Communication with accused persons regarding offences before the court;
- Preparing and issuing court documents and correspondence;
- Handling exhibits and ensuring continuity of same;
- Balancing cash and preparing bank deposits;
- Dealing with the public, legal profession and other court agencies;
- Providing general clerical duties as required;
- Providing assistance to the public in relation to record suspensions;
- Acting as Commissioner for Taking Oaths and Affidavits; and
- Other duties as required.
**Minimum Qualifications**:
- A post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or Legal Administration with extensive experience in a court system.
- Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered.
- Thorough knowledge of court procedures and general knowledge of the legal community.
- Ability to make complex decisions, multitask and perform a variety of complex tasks in a court setting.
- Technical skills for computer projects and reports are essential.
- The ability to communicate effectively with the judiciary, members of the Law Society and work well with all government agencies.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills are required.
- Must provide proof of a successful Criminal Record Check prior to employment and will be required to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Security Clearance (renewable.)
**IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.**
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