BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Court/Registry Clerk position is part of an established team of approximately 50 people at the Victoria Law Courts, a major regional hub that supports multiple levels of court and specialized justice programs. Working alongside Court Clerks, Registry Technicians, Deputy District Registrars, Justices of the Peace, supervisors, and other justice partners, the team provides timely, accurate, and professional service to the public while supporting the effective administration of Provincial and Supreme Court matters. The work is essential to maintaining access to justice, and the team's collaborative approach, and commitment to public service create a rewarding and fast-paced work environment.

The Role
Court/Registry Clerks provide court clerk services to the Court and administrative support within the Registry. Responsibilities include performing pre-court, in-court, and post-court duties; interpreting and processing court documents; maintaining court records and exhibits; recording court proceedings; and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of court files. In this role, you will interact regularly with the judiciary, legal professionals, justice system partners, and members of the public, playing a key role in supporting the fair and efficient administration of justice.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).
• 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 of experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, standard computer applications and software programs (e.g., Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preference may be given to applicants with:

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

Proviso/Willingness Statements

• Union membership is required
• Attendance and completion of relevant training is required
• 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
• Able to lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs

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

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 12/31/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
This position requires full-time, in-person work at one of the physical locations listed.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
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.

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 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.