BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Kelowna Court Administration Services team supports the effective operation of Provincial and Supreme Court proceedings. Registry staff, court clerks, accounting professionals, and justice system partners work together to manage financial processes, court records, exhibits, and administrative services accurately and securely. The team is committed to maintaining the integrity of court operations while providing professional service to the Judiciary, legal professionals, and the public. This fast-paced environment requires attention to detail and adherence to legislative, policy, and court standards.

The Role
Reporting within Court Administration Services, the Registry Technician/Accounting Supervisor oversees daily financial operations, supervises accounting and administrative staff, and ensures compliance with financial controls, policies, and procedures. The role manages court revenues, trust accounts, receivables, transcripts, interpreter services, and exhibit control while safeguarding court assets and records. As a delegated Deputy District Registrar and Deputy Registrar, the position reviews and processes court documents and applications, exercising delegated decision-making authority under applicable legislation and court rules. The role also provides technical guidance and administrative support to the Judiciary, registry staff, and court clerks on civil, family, probate, adoption, and small claims matters.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (e.g. GED)
• 2 years of recent (within the last 2 years) experience working in a legal environment; OR
• 1 year of 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.
• Minimum of 40 words per minute (WPM) in keyboarding.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience in accounts receivable or payable in a computerized environment.
• 1 year of experience working in Court Administration.
• Experience working in Courts 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 Wayne.Turk@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment July 31, 2026: Posting closing date extended to August 16, 2026.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
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 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: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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.