Bilingual Deputy Registrar

Manitoba Govenrment Posted: December 3, 2021
Expires: December 12, 2021
Location
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Category

Description

Bilingual Deputy Registrar
CC3-4 Clerk of Court 3-4
Term/full-time
(with the possibility of becoming regular)
Manitoba Justice
Queen`s Bench Registry, Courts Division
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 38352
Salary(s):  CC3-4 $1,723.33 - $2,198.93 bi-weekly
Closing Date: December 12, 2021
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect until it is exhausted or cancelled due to operational requirements.

Preference may be given to internal candidates.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an Application Screening Form, along with their resume and cover-letter.  Complete the Application Screening Form at the link below.

If you are having difficulty opening the link, you may have to use a different browser. You may also contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the Application Screening Form.  The selection board will rely on information provided in the form and may rely on the information provided in the resume and cover letter to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

CLICK HERE to access the application screening form.

Introduction

Have you considered a career in Court Operations?

A career with Manitoba Justice can be interesting and rewarding – one where you can make a difference.

Manitoba Justice’s strength comes from its employees and diverse workforce.  We have a substantial benefits package which includes extended health, health spending, dental, vision, long term disability, supportive employment, maternity and parental leave, and a defined pension plan.

This position involves considerable public contact and assistance to the legal profession related to regulations or procedures and completion of court documents. Training and coaching are provided for this position in order for you to succeed.  Successful candidates start as a Clerk of Court 3 (CC3) and with training/experience, progress to the Clerk of Court 4 (CC4) level.

Conditions of Employment:
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Satisfactory Enhanced Security Check
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
  • Must also indicate that they are able to communicate verbally and in writing in both official language (French and English)
  • Ability to work overtime when required with little notice

Please note that this position is designated under current Public Health orders and is required to confirm COVID-19 fully vaccinated status or submit to regular COVID-19 testing.

Qualifications:

Essential:

  • Extensive experience performing administrative/clerical duties, which includes preparing/processing complex documentation, in a court, legal or related environment
  • Experience dealing effectively in-person or on the phone with the public, judiciary, legal profession, law enforcement agencies or other related stakeholders
  • Experience interpreting and applying a wide variety of acts, statutes, regulations, policies and procedures
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including diplomacy and tact
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute toward a respectful workplace
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure to meet workload demands and deadlines
  • Effective analytical and decision-making skills using sound judgment
  • Experience working independently under minimum supervision
  • Excellent English verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate legal principles in plain language
  • Excellent English written communication skills including proficiency in spelling, grammar, punctuation and syntax
  • Excellent French verbal communication skills
  • Excellent French written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including MS Word and Outlook
  • Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail

Desired:

  • Experience dealing with processes and procedures within the Court of Queen’s Bench
  • Experience working with court-related computer systems, such as the Court Registry System
  • Experience working with Court of Queen's Bench documents (e.g. statements of claim, petitions, affidavits) or equivalent documentation
Duties:
The Deputy Registrar reviews and processes documents for prompt filing pursuant to Court of Queen’s Bench Rules and various federal and provincial statutes, acts and regulations.  This position issues all court pleadings, processes documents filed in all divisions of the Court of Queen’s Bench (civil, family, child protection, criminal, probate, small claims, and bankruptcy) and enters information on the Court Registry System according to a standards manual.  The Deputy Registrar provides information in person, over the phone and in writing to members of the public and legal profession and ensures quality control of legal documents flowing through the court.
Apply Now:
Advertisement # 38352
Service Centre 1
Human Resource Services
1130-405 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3L6
Phone:  204-945-3204
Fax: 204-948-7373
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed by internal applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.