BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

Team:
The Port Coquitlam Law Courts team is a well‑established, highly collaborative group that provides administrative support to both the Provincial and Supreme Courts. With 30 dedicated staff, the team delivers essential in‑court, registry, and accounting services while working closely with justice partners such as lawyers, police, community corrections, court participants, and judicial staff. This team plays a vital role in supporting access to justice, and we value the diverse perspectives and strengths each person brings to creating a fair and effective court system for the community.

Role:
In this Court Clerk / Court Registry Clerk role, you will play an important part in case management by maintaining accurate court files, recording proceedings, and entering information into central databases to support the smooth operation of the justice system. Your work helps improve access to justice by reducing delays, supporting vulnerable individuals, and ensuring information is handled fairly and consistently for all who rely on court services. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to safer, more inclusive communities while helping build public trust and confidence in a justice system that serves people from all backgrounds.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).

Related Experience may include

• Minimum of two years' administrative support or customer service experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of one-year previous work experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, and working with standard computer applications and software programs (e.g., Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Keyboard speed of 40 word per minute.

Preference May Be Given to Applicants With:

• Experience in court programs and applications (e.g., JUSTIN, CEIS, ARC, CTAS, CCD).
• Experience providing customer service.
• Experience as a Court Clerk and/or Registry Clerk.
• One year of previous work experience in a legal environment.

Willingness Statements or Provisos

• Valid B.C. drivers' licence.
• May be required to work flexible hours, including varied shifts and overtime on short notice.
• 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.

Other Requirements

• Experience in accounting services.

For questions regarding this position, please contact samantha.badgley@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
This is a temporary opportunity until September 10, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments* 
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 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.

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.