Judicial Officer

Saskatchewan Ltd.; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice and Attorney General invites applications for a Judicial Officer to support the Provincial Court in Prince Albert.

As Chief Court Official when court is in session, you will call court to order, maintain court protocols, and guide offenders with respect to court orders and processes. You will coordinate with police, agencies, and stakeholders to share information and documents.

Qualifications

• Provide explanations to offenders with respect to court orders and procedures.
• Call court to order and uphold court protocols during sessions.
• Liaise with government agencies, police forces, and stakeholders involved with the court process.

Responsibilities

• Call court to order and maintain court protocols.
• Explain court orders to offenders as required by legislation.
• Liaise with other government agencies and stakeholders in the court process.

Skills

Court etiquette

Policy and legal knowledge

Stakeholder liaison

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General provides a fair justice system that upholds the law and protects the rights of all individuals in Saskatchewan; promotes safe and secure communities; and provides legal and justice policy advice to government.

The Courts and Community Justice Division is seeking an assertive, respectful, culturally aware individual to support our mission and values by providing conscientious dependable support as Judicial Officer to the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan in Prince Albert. While Court is in session, as the Chief Court Official, you will call court to order and maintain court protocols to uphold the dignity of the court. The Judicial Officer provides explanations to offenders with respect to court orders as required by legislation and provides information and guidance regarding court processes and procedures; and liaises with other government agencies, police forces, and stakeholders involved with the court process in providing and receiving information and documents.

To learn more about the Courts of Saskatchewan go to http://www.sasklawcourts.ca/