BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Surrey Provincial Court, Court Administration is an established team that supports the delivery of court services for adult criminal, youth, family, child protection, small claims, and traffic matters. Working alongside more than 72 staff and justice system partners, the team provides registry and in-court support services that help ensure access to justice across the community. The team is known for its collaborative approach, dedicated staff, and commitment to public service.

The Role
The Justice of the Peace exercises delegated judicial authority and makes independent decisions in accordance with legislation, court rules, policies, and procedures. Responsibilities include adjudicating applications, reviewing and processing court documents, preparing and issuing court orders and related documents, and maintaining judicial records. This role requires sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively under pressure while interacting with a wide range of clients and justice system partners.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED)
• 3 years recent experience working in a legal environment, or 2 years of experience working in Court Administration
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, standard computer applications and software programs (ex: Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Must have or be eligible to obtain an appointment as Justice of the Peace in the province of British Columbia within 6 months

Preference may be given to candidates with:   

• Experience in Court Programs and Applications (JUSTIN, CEIS, CCD, ARC, CTAS)
• Experience as a Court Clerk and/or Registry Clerk
• Experience as a Justice of the Peace

Provisos: 

• 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 Laura.Pringle@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary/auxiliary opportunity until September 21, 2029. 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.
The position is excluded from union membership.
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.