Become a Judicial Assistant – Full Benefits, Competitive Pay, and Career Development
Manitoba Government’s Justice Department based in Thompson, MB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Judicial assistant. Manitoba Government’s Justice Department oversees the province’s legal system, managing correctional services, courts, and law enforcement. It enforces provincial and federal laws, including the Criminal Code and Youth Criminal Justice Act. It ensures accountability and public safety. With a workforce of over 3,000, Manitoba Justice delivers comprehensive legal services across the province. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Manitoba Government
Department: Justice
Organization: Courts Division and Thompson
Division: Court Operations
Position: Judicial assistant/JA1 Judicial assistant
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $55151.00 – $64702.00 yearly
Employment Type: Regular/Full time
Location: Thompson, MB, CA
Advertisement Number: 43664
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be legally entitled to work in Canada and complete a satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening – Level III
- The candidates should provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have extensive experience as administrative or executive assistants in a court or legal-related environment, supporting multiple supervisors simultaneously
- The candidates should demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong proofreading and editing abilities, adhering to citation standards
- The candidates should exhibit excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with legal professionals, the general public, and other stakeholders
- The candidates should have proven organizational skills, capable of meeting workload demands and deadlines and work independently and contribute effectively to a team and a respectful workplace
- The candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams or compatible programs and completed a recognized legal assistant training program or possess equivalent work-related experience
- The candidates should have experience using legal research applications, including Quicklaw/Lexis Nexis, Westlaw, and CanLII, as well as conducting related internet searches
- The candidates should have knowledge of Court systems, rules, policies, and procedures and experience with transcription from digital or oral dictation
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to provide comprehensive administrative support services to judges of the Provincial Court, including preparing case management reports
- The candidates should be able to process judgments of the court by proofreading, ensuring accuracy, and researching legal texts for references, citations, and quotations
- The candidates should be able to maintain organized and efficient filing systems to support court operations
- The candidates should be able to respond to inquiries from various stakeholders, including judiciary, court staff, government departments, legal professionals, and the public, with professionalism and discretion
- The candidates should be able to coordinate meetings, schedule appointments, and make travel arrangements
- The candidates should be able to prepare and submit expense claims in compliance with policies and provide backup support to a team of colleagues
- The candidates should be able to work independently with minimal supervision while ensuring collaboration with colleagues for seamless court operations
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and advertisement number) through the below-mentioned details.
By email
[email protected]
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!