Court Officer 1-2 - Judicial Support (metro Provincial Courts) (3x Opportunities)

Province of Nova Scotia

Halifax, NS, CA
Base: $2,046.28 - $2,826.01 bi-weekly; bonus/equit...
On-site
Court hearing coordination
Judicial administrative support
Court clerk duties
The Court Services Division of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice is dedicated to excellent service and the provision of fair and accessible administration of justice

Job Summary

  • The Court Services Division of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice is dedicated to excellent service and the provision of fair and accessible administration of justice.
  • As a Court Officer (Judicial Support), you will coordinate court hearings, support the Judiciary, act as court clerk, and perform quasi-judicial duties including jury sittings.
  • The Government of Nova Scotia offers a wide range of benefits including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, health and dental coverage, and career development opportunities.

Matching Summary

The Court Services Division of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice is dedicated to excellent service and the provision of fair and accessible administration of justice.

Salary

Base: $2,046.28 - $2,826.01 Bi-Weekly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability, Vacation, Employee Assistance Programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • court hearing coordination
  • judicial administrative support
  • court clerk duties
  • electronic court recording
  • virtual court technology operation
  • exhibit handling and control

Nice-to-have

  • legal research skills
  • bilingual English and French
  • problem-solving abilities
  • strong interpersonal communication
  • team mentoring and training

Key Requirements

  • two years post-secondary education in related discipline
  • one year related legal environment experience
  • competency in keyboarding and data entry
  • experience with MS Office and virtual platforms
  • knowledge of court rules and legal terminology
  • ability to pass enhanced security screening

Work Rights

Must be current civil service employee or apply as external with restrictions

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