Tribunal Hearing Officer (2 Positions)

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Manitoba is seeking two Tribunal Hearing Officers for the Department of Municipal and Northern Relations. These roles involve attending hearings, managing documents, and drafting tribunal decisions in a fast-paced environment. The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and relevant post-secondary education.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or training in paralegal, court or office administration.
• Experience in interpreting and applying legislation.
• Excellent written communication skills for drafting complex documents.

Responsibilities

• Attend hearings and perform adjudicative functions for the Municipal Board and other tribunals.
• Manage complex hearing materials and legal documents.
• Draft, review, and proofread comprehensive tribunal decisions.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary education in paralegal or court administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CL4 Clerk 4

Regular/full-time

Municipal and Northern Relations

Municipal Board, Land Value Appraisal Commission and Disaster Assistance Appeal Board

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44227

Salary(s): CL4 $55,472.00 - $64,777.00 per year

Closing Date: June 24, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Department of Municipal and Northern Relations is seeking to hire two qualified Tribunal Hearing Officers.

To be considered for this competition candidates are required to submit an Application Screening Form along with your resume, to the Public Service Commission by email at [e-mail], quoting the competition number and position title in the subject line.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver’s Licence
• Must be able to provide a satisfactory driver's abstract
• Must be willing and able to travel within the City of Winnipeg and throughout Province of Manitoba with some occasional overnight stays, as required
• Must be willing and able to work overtime, as required
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds (23kg)
  
  

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary education or training in paralegal, court or office administration. A combination of education, training and related experience may be considered
• Experience interpreting, analyzing, and applying various legislation, regulations, policies and rules of procedure in an adjudicative environment
• Excellent written communication skills with experience drafting, reviewing, and editing complex documentation for both internal and external stakeholders in accordance with applicable legislation, policies, and rules of procedure
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with experience prioritizing tasks effectively to meet statutory, departmental, and tribunal-imposed deadlines
• Ability to apply sound judgment and exercise problem-solving skills to handle non-routine issues
• Experience performing data entry
• Excellent verbal communication skills to communicate clearly and professionally with Tribunal members, stakeholders, and be comfortable speaking in front of a large audience
• Superior attention to detail to work efficiently with a high degree of quality and accuracy
• Ability to manage confidential and politically sensitive material in an appropriate and professional manner
• Extensive experience providing analytical and administrative support for quasi-judicial hearings in a busy, fast-paced office environment
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) or compatible programs
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships and interact effectively with team members, clients, and the general public
• Experience working with and handling cash
  
  

Desired:

• Experience working with an adjudicative or quasi-judicial body, board, commission, or a legal firm or provincial or federal Department of Justice
• Experience interacting and liaising effectively with the public, legal professionals, municipal officials, and other stakeholders
  
  

Duties:

Tribunal Hearing Officers attend hearings and/or proceedings (Tribunals) before the Municipal Board, Land Value Appraisal Commission (LVAC), and Disaster Assistance Appeal Board (DAAB). The Tribunals are collectively governed by over 27 different Provincial Acts of the Legislature, each with their own rules of procedure. The Hearing Officer will perform various adjudicative functions for the Tribunals both before, during and after a hearing to facilitate timely, reliable, and fair processes and decision-making. The incumbent must coordinate, organize, and manage all aspects of complex hearings conducted by the Tribunals, including management over large volumes of hearing materials and legal documents. Hearings are often multi-day and may require travel and overnight stays by staff and panel members.

Following a public hearing, a written Tribunal decision is issued that includes supportive reasons and analysis and are very comprehensive and time-consuming to write. These critical tasks require a high level of competency and skill to properly draft, review, proofread, and edit each decision in an efficient and timely manner.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44227

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit a resume, references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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