Justice Officer

The Government of Nova Scotia•Pictou, NS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Justice Officer, you will provide a broad range of administrative support, as well as being the first point of contact for the public and clients of the Court system. You will receive and balance monies paid into the court and enter and retrieve data from automated systems. You will also record and process documentation, adhere to policies and processes and maintain filing systems—all while working as a team player. In the role of Justice Officer, you may be required to attend Court to call cases and swear or affirm witnesses, interpreters, and translators. The incumbent will also perform quasi-judicial duties as a Staff Justice of the Peace as assigned and appointed under the Justice of the Peace Act.

Requirements

One-year post-secondary education in a related discipline plus three years related experience, or an acceptable equivalent.
Experience and competency in a computerized environment with proficient and accurate keyboarding and data entry skills.
Experience adapting to rapidly evolving technologies and procedures.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Experience handling cash and debit/credit card payment transactions.
Ability to deal effectively with the public in a multifaceted and stressful environment, often in confrontational and sensitive situations.
Strong organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
Excellent attention to detail, maintain confidentiality, and the ability to work under pressure and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to a legal environment is considered an asset.
Sound knowledge of the justice system and government services for referral are assets in this position.
Bilingualism with oral and written skills in English and French will also be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Receive and respond to requests relating to all court matters dealt with by various levels of court by telephone, fax and email.
Receive and receipt all monies paid to the court, balance monies received on a daily basis, prepare daily cash reports and bank deposits in accordance with departmental account procedures.
Process correspondence and other documentation received electronically, by mail, fax or otherwise.
Maintain court filing systems by entering data in automated and manual systems, filing and retrieving documents, ensuring documents are placed in the proper court file and forwarding information to court officials or judiciary as required.
Maintains records management and retention systems, ensuring that files are opened and closed in accordance with STAR and STOR retention policy.
Schedule court cases and monitor the court calendar of pending cases.
Provide a broad range of administrative support services.
Provide legal information to the public regarding navigating the court system, court forms and procedures.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health
Dental
Life Insurance
General illness
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
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