ADMN O 18R - Justice of the Peace
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Requisition Number: 126540
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Category: Administrative Services,Court and Judicial Services
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Classification: Administrative Officer R18
Description
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 people includes Court Clerks, Registry Clerks, Registry Technicians, Justices of the Peace, and a Criminal Administrator, all working together to support access to justice. 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 Justice of the Peace services the Provincial Court and technical and administrative assistance within the Registry. You will work closely with other justice partners and members of the Judiciary while contributing to the efficient operation of B.C.’s court system.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Secondary school graduation or equivalent (e.g. GED)
- Must have experience using computers and software programs (e.g., Windows, MS Word, Excel)
Preference statements
- One year of experience working in Court Administration or two years of experience working in the justice system
- Experience as a Justice of the Peace
- Experience with JUSTIN
- Experience with Criminal Programs
Provisos
- Must have, or be able to qualify for, an appointment as a Justice of the Peace in the Province of British Columbia within one year.
- 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, including varied shifts and overtime on short notice.
- May be required to use courtroom technology.
For questions regarding this position, please contact jade.allnutt@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position requires full-time, in-person work at the physical location listed.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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:
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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.
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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.