BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The established Surrey Provincial Court Clerk team is one of the largest in the region with around 35 dedicated staff. You'll work closely with a court supervisor and manager, supporting and mentoring clerks while collaborating with the registry, judiciary, defense, and crown. Our team’s strong partnerships with these key stakeholders enhance our effectiveness and ensure a smooth operation in a busy provincial court environment.

The Role
As the In-Court Supervisor, you will lead and mentor a team of over 30 Court Clerks, managing their performance, leave, and scheduling while ensuring effective courtroom staffing. You will be responsible for assigning clerks to specific courtrooms, handling workload allocation, and coordinating with other registries to meet operational needs. Your role also involves overseeing quality assurance, chairing meetings, and resolving technical issues, all while ensuring staff are informed about policy changes and maintaining accurate financial records for invoices and equipment. This is your chance to thrive in a pivotal role where your leadership and problem-solving skills will directly impact the efficiency and success of our court operations.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

•    Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED; OR 
•    An equivalent combination of education and experience.  
•    Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in a legal environment or two (2) years’ experience working in Court Administration.
•    Minimum of two (2) years’ recent experience as a Court Clerk at the Supreme and/or Provincial Court level.  
•    Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, database, spreadsheet, internet and other standard computer applications.
•    A combination of relevant experience, education and training will be considered when assessing required qualifications.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
•    Completed courses in business or public administration.
•    Experience as a Court Clerk and/or Registry Clerk.
•    Recent (within the last six (6) years) supervisory experience.
•    Experience in Court Programs and Applications (JUSTIN, CEIS, CCD, ARC, CTAS).
•    Experience delivering Court Clerk training.

Provisos /Willingness statements
•    Must pass enhanced security screening check.
•    May be required to work flexible hours including varied shifts and overtime on short notice.
•    May be required to work in other areas of Court Services Branch.
•    May be required to travel. 
•    Able to lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs.
•    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sherry.Lang@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements. 
Currently there is one (1) temporary opportunity until March 31, 2026 in Surrey.
A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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