BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Victoria Criminal Registry is an established and supportive team that plays a critical role in the daily operations of the Court. Our team of approximately 10 staff includes Court Clerks, Registry Clerks, Registry Technicians, Justices of the Peace, and a Criminal Administrator, all working together to support access to justice. In this role, you will collaborate closely with justice partners, members of the judiciary, and court staff while contributing to the efficient operation of B.C.'s court system. What makes this team especially rewarding is its strong culture of teamwork, mutual support, and shared commitment to serving the public and our justice partners.

The Role
In this role, you will provide front counter court services and technical and administrative support to help ensure criminal court documents and processes are accurate, timely and accessible. You will work with the public, legal professionals and court staff to explain court procedures, review and process legal documents, and provide guidance with professionalism, fairness and respect for diverse needs and circumstances. As required, you will also exercise judicial authority as a Justice of the Peace and support the effective and inclusive delivery of court services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary School graduation or equivalent (Dogwood, GED).
• 2 years of experience working in a legal environment; or 1 year of experience working in Court Administration.
• 2 years of experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, standard computer applications and software programs (ex. Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A minimum of 4 months of experience typing Court documentation in JUSTIN.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working in a court registry.
• Experience as a Court Clerk.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jade.Allnutt@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 01/15/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
This position requires full-time, in-person work at the physical location listed.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or 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.

Join the BC Public Service, a Canada’s Top 100 Employers award winner that offers diverse career opportunities in more than 200 occupations across 280 communities throughout British Columbia. You'll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful work that supports your professional growth. Build your career in beautiful British Columbia.

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.