The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General is responsible for providing a fair justice system that upholds the law and protects the rights of all individuals in Saskatchewan; promotes safe and secure communities; and provides legal and justice policy advice to government. Court Services is seeking an assertive, respectful, culturally aware individual to support our mission and values by providing conscientious dependable support to the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan in Regina. This position requires the individual to fluently speak, read and write in French.
A unique opportunity to contribute to the administration of justice in a challenging legal environment.
The Courts and Community Justice Division is seeking an assertive, respectful, culturally aware individual to support our mission and values by providing conscientious dependable support as a French Judicial Officer to the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan in Regina, as well as other court locations throughout the province, if needed. While Court is in session, as the Chief Court Official, you will call court to order and maintain court protocols to uphold the dignity of the court.
Your duties will also require you to administer oaths, receive, safeguard and maintain an accurate list of exhibits tendered in evidence, as well as create accurate lists of witnesses and hire French interpreters when required.
As Judicial Officer, you will be responsible for:
- upholding the dignity of the court by providing support and assistance to the Provincial Court Judges and sitting Justice of the Peace;
- provide assistance to clients and information in response to general inquiries;
- writing down the relevant appearance details and the disposition of each matter before the court which forms the official court record;
- operating the digital recording sound system and maintain accurate lognotes;
- operating closed circuit television equipment and webex;
- administering oaths;
- receiving, safeguarding and maintaining an accurate list of exhibits tendered in evidence;
- creating accurate lists of witnesses;
- using the Criminal Justice Information Management System and other software programs, you will produce and explain court documents in accordance with the order of the court and applicable legislation and coach clerical support in this regard;
- assisting with the public, lawyers and the judiciary;
- climbing ladders to retrieve files and carry heavy boxes up to 20 kg's that contain files and documents; and
- working overtime when court sittings run late and for travelling to circuit court.
The environment in which you will work is potentially hostile, therefore, you must be able to recognize volatile situations and react appropriately.
Our candidate of choice will have the following:
- Fluently speak, read and write in the French language
- Fluently speak, read and write in the French language
- Knowledge of the justice system as it pertains to the various levels of court as well as legal terminology, Acts, regulations, policies, protocols and procedures as they apply to court processes.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility and positivity while enjoying a fast-paced, challenging environment with diverse job expectations, as assignments will change according to the position requirements.
- Thorough, analytical and accurate with the ability to pay close attention to detail as accuracy is paramount in this position.
- Culturally aware in order to respectfully assist clients and colleagues of various cultures.
- A valid driver's license as you will be required to travel when covering circuit court and will require flying in small aircraft to some locations and staying overnight.
- Demonstrating good character in order to maintain the integrity of the justice system and the people it serves and ensure confidentiality within and outside of the place of work in accordance with your Oath of Office.
Typically, the successful candidates in this competition will have developed their knowledge and skills through a related diploma/degree such as a Human Justice Degree, Police studies, paralegal course and have experience in a court/legal environment or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
The successful candidate must be eligible to hold appointment as a Justice of the Peace and perform duties as described in the applicable legislation, go to http://www.justice.gov.sk.ca/Justices-of-the-Peace-Act-1988.
The successful candidate must demonstrate good character in order to maintain the integrity of the justice system and the people it serves and ensure confidentiality within and outside the workplace in accordance with your Oath of Office.
To learn more about the Courts of Saskatchewan go to http://www.sasklawcourts.ca/.
What we offer:
- Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals.
- A competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension.
- Vacation, earned days off (EDO) and other types of leave.
- Inclusive work environments
- Advancement opportunities.
- Flexible work arrangements.
Interested applicants can apply on the Government of Saskatchewan’s website; Jobs Available to the Public – posting is under Non-Permanent – French Judicial Officer – Provincial Court – COU001985.
