Civil Court Registry Specialist

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nunavut in Iqaluit is seeking a Juridical Officer, Civil to provide day-to-day administrative support to the judiciary, ensuring court documentation for Civil, Family and related matters is prepared, filed and maintained. It also covers courtroom services and clerking duties essential to court proceedings.

The position requires a High School diploma and one year of related experience, preferably in a court setting; knowledge of Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun is an asset, and a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience, preferably in court or legal setting.
• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut and/or Inuinnaqtun is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Register and issue court pleadings and processes in compliance with the Rules of Court.
• Provide registry support such as clerking civil court and filing civil documents in accordance with the Rules of Court, Practice Directives and court procedures.
• Assist the Public and legal professionals in completing court documents pursuant to Rules of Court and procedures.
• Receive and process bail review requests and appeals for both Criminal and Civil Matters ensuring proper documentation and Rules of Court, Court of Appeal Rules, Practice Directives and procedure are followed.
• Perform juridical clerical functions prior to, during, and following court proceedings including the administering of oaths, the accurate marking of exhibits and accurate keeping of minutes.
• Issuing documents and Orders resulting from Court proceedings, accurately reflecting the decisions of the presiding judge to protect the rights of litigants before the Court.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Government of Nunavut in Iqaluit is seeking a Juridical Officer, Civil to provide day-to-day administrative support to the judiciary, ensuring court documentation for Civil, Family and related matters is prepared, filed and maintained. It also covers courtroom services and clerking duties essential to court proceedings.

The position requires a High School diploma and one year of related experience, preferably in a court setting; knowledge of Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun is an asset, and a