CRT CK 12R (TMA) - Court Clerk/Registry Clerk

Government of British Columbia; Nelson; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of British Columbia seeks a Court Registry Clerk for the Nelson Law Courts. This role involves maintaining accurate court documentation, directly impacting access to justice. Ideal candidates will have a secondary school education, customer service experience, and strong keyboarding skills. Join a dedicated team in a historic setting committed to upholding justice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' administrative support or customer service experience.
• One year of keyboarding, data entry, and working with standard computer applications.
• Minimum of 40 WPM keyboarding speed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure court orders and documentation are accurately recorded.
• Support the judicial process to uphold fairness and transparency.
• Assist team members in delivering service excellence.

Skills

Customer Service

Administrative Support

Keyboarding

Data Entry

Education

Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED)

Job description

The Team
Join the Court Administration team at Nelson Law Courts, an established and collaborative group dedicated to upholding justice in British Columbia. Working in a historic setting, this close-knit team supports both the Provincial Court and the Supreme Court, ensuring efficient and impartial access to legal services for all citizens. With a strong culture of integrity and compassion, team members work alongside judges, administrators, sheriffs, and the public, learning and supporting one another to deliver service excellence.

The Role
As a Court Registry Clerk, you will play a key role in ensuring that court orders and documentation are accurately recorded and accessible to support the judicial process. Your work directly impacts access to justice, helping to uphold fairness and transparency for all citizens. This opportunity allows you to be part of a long-standing tradition of service excellence, working in one of BC’s most iconic historical buildings alongside a supportive, close-knit team dedicated to justice.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum oftwo years’ administrative support or customer service experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimumof one-year previous work experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, and working with standard computer applications and software programs (e.g., Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must have a minimum of 40 WPM keyboarding.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. drivers' licence

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience in court programs and applications (e.g., JUSTIN, CEIS, ARC, CTAS, CCD).
• Experience as a Court Clerk and/or Registry Clerk.
• One year of previous work experience in a legal environment.

Provisos:

• May be required to work flexible hours, including varied shifts and overtime on short notice.
• May be required to travel, including travel in adverse weather conditions and work in other geographical areas, including circuit court locations. Must have reliable transportation and/or be willing to travel with other.

For questions regarding this position, please [e-mail].

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
This is for one (1) permanent opportunity.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Located in the heart of the Selkirk Mountains,Nelsonis home to a large variety of outdoor activities, and its proximity to Whitewater Ski Resort allows for skiers of all levels to test out the Nelson powder. Nelson also hosts events all year long, such as the Cottonwood Farmers Market, the Starbelly Jam Music Festival, and the Kaslo Jazz Festival.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

TheIndigenous Applicant Advisory Serviceis available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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