BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
At the Abbotsford Law Courts, you will join the established Supreme Court, Deputy District Registrars team—a small, collaborative group of three professionals who bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to their work. This team plays a vital role in supporting Supreme Court sittings and works closely with a wider Civil registry team of 10 staff, including Small Claims and Family Registry Clerks, clerical support, and other justice partners. We value the strong relationships within the team and their commitment to providing inclusive, respectful service to the public and the broader justice system.

The Role
As a Registry Technician, Deputy District Registrar, you will take on a unique and respected role within the court system, making independent decisions that directly impact individuals and families in your community. After completing specialized training within your first six months, you'll be certified to review and adjudicate Supreme Court matters outside of trial, such as probate grants and default orders. This position combines teamwork with autonomy and offers meaningful work supported by strong leadership, training, and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in serving the public.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (e.g. GED). 
• Two (2) years recent experience working in a legal environment; OR, one (1) year experience working in Court Administration.
• Experience using computers and software programs (e.g. Windows, MS Word, Excel).
• Must be able to qualify for signing authority as a Deputy District Registrar within six (6) months of appointment to the position.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• One (1) year of experience working in Court Administration.
• Experience working in Civil Programs.
• Experience working in Civil Electronic Information System (CEIS).
• Signing authority as a Deputy District Registrar.

Proviso/Willingness Statements:

• Must be willing to complete relevant training programs.
• May be required to travel, including travel in adverse weather conditions and work in other geographical areas, including circuit court locations.  Must have reliable transportation and/or be willing to travel with others.
• May be required to work flexible hours on short notice, including varied shifts.
• May be required to work overtime on short notice.
• May be required to work in other areas of Court Services Branch.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Natalie.VanEyk@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
This permanent full time position is located in Abbotsford, BC.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) 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.

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 comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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