BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Provincial Court is the first level of trial court in British Columbia and hears adult and youth criminal, family, child protection, small claims, and traffic cases. The North Vancouver Provincial Court is a diverse and established team of 16 staff. We serve the North Shore of Vancouver and the Sea to Sky corridor, providing court services support for North Vancouver Provincial Court and circuit court in Pemberton.

We support the court system by ensuring access to justice, providing expert service to the public and justice partners, such as legal counsel, Crown, the Judiciary, Sheriffs, and RCMP. Our team prides itself on its collaborative spirit and dedication, creating a supportive environment where everyone contributes to the effective functioning of the court system.

The Role
This role provides court clerk services and administrative support to the Registry, helping ensure that court processes run smoothly and accurately. You will prepare and check documents, record proceedings, manage exhibits, and work closely with judges, lawyers, justice partners, and the public. This role requires rotating travel to Pemberton to clerk circuit court. We value equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, as we are committed to building a justice system that reflects and serves our diverse communities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in an office environment; OR
• A combination of 2 years of customer service, clerical duties, office experience and education.
• A minimum of 1 year experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, standard computer applications and software programs (e.g., Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Minimum of 40 words per minute (WPM) in keyboarding.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Drivers' license. 

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience in Court Programs and Applications (JUSTIN, CEIS, ARC, CTAS, CCD).
• Experience with delivering Customer Service.
• Experience as a court clerk and/or registry clerk.
• 1 year of previous work experience in a court or legal environment.
• Experience in accounting services.

Provisos:

• May be required to work flexible hours, including varied shifts and overtime on short notice.
• Will 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.
• Able to lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Carlie.Beaulieu@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position available.
This position has full time on-site requirements. 
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments* 
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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. 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 resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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.

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.