Court and Client Representative - Barrie, Canada - Ministry of the Attorney General

Ministry of the Attorney General

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Barrie, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Do you want an exciting career supporting an accessible, fair, timely and effective justice system for Ontarians? Consider joining the Ministry of the Attorney General, Court Services Division where we offer an extensive training program to teach you everything you need to know to become a Court and Client Representative in the Superior Court of Justice and/or Ontario Court of Justice.

We have an ongoing need to recruit for short-term entry level, irregularly scheduled fixed term contracts of less than 6 months in duration based on operational needs. These are ideal opportunities to launch your career within Court Services Division and the Ontario Public Service. If you are interested and demonstrate the qualifications outlined below,

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

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We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's

Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?: In a fast-paced team environment, you will perform a wide range of duties both in and out of the courtroom to support in-person and virtual hearings.

You will:

Support the modernization of courts by participating in pilot projects and actively engaging in improvements to the delivery of court services
Carry file cases from intake, bail hearing, all court appearances, to final disposition
Prepare and review legal materials e.g., books of documents, court forms, previous decisions, submissions made by parties' counsel
Preparing, signing and issuing court orders and default judgements
Prepare and maintain both physical courtrooms and virtual hearing rooms for proceedings e.g., ensure court decorum; setup open/close court; facilitate communication between parties; speak publicly during court proceedings, support case flow; handle, mark and record all courtrelated documents; maintain logs and court exhibits
Attend to juries and witnesses e.g., coordinate and assist jury panels; attend to witness' needs
Assist public, court personnel and justice participants by responding to questions and providing information on protocols and procedures
Complete and reconcile financial transactions
Operate specialized courtroom technology to support inperson, virtual and hybrid court proceedings, court audio and video recording equipment, electronic display evidence equipment, ensuring equipment is in working order at all times and is tested prior to court, during court and after each recess
Ensure all proceedings are recorded and annotated in accordance with legislative requirements, ministry guidelines and standards

If you are interested and demonstrate the qualifications outlined below,

How do I qualify?:

Mandatory:

You must possess oral French language skills at the advanced level and written French at the advancedminus level. Your proficiency will be confirmed before hire
Typing skills to 30 words per minute (wpm)
Have a valid Driver's License within the Province of Ontario, where required

Please note:

You will be required to:

Undergo a security screening check under the Ontario Public Service (OPS) Employment Screening Check Policy, which includes a criminal record check (Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check)
Become a Commissioner of Oaths

You may be required to:

Work from home
Work variable and staggered hours
Work on weekends and statutory holidays
Report to work at other court locations (potentially in small aircraft or driving a motor vehicle as required) when scheduled or on an asneeded basis

Communication and Client Service Skills:

You have:

Communication and interpersonal skills to work and liaise with senior officials and judiciary regarding court orders and judgements and court proceedings, ensuring clear and concise responses are provided, including explanations and clarifications, as required
Ability to write detailed, accurate and clear written reports and documentation

Technical Proficiency:

You have:

Technical skills and can learn to troubleshoot court equipment and various incourt and office technologies (e.g., digital recording, video conferencing technology for virtual hearings, equipment, and display devices
Ability to ensure all courtroom technology, including remote appearance, court audio and video recording equipment, display evidence equipment, is in working order at all times
Ability to operate specia