Summary
Description
The Team
At the Kamloops Law Courts, you’ll join an established and dedicated team of 27 professionals working in administrative roles such as Court Clerks, Registry Technicians, Justices of the Peace, and supervisory staff. As an integrated court registry, we collaborate closely with justice partners, including the Judiciary, Sheriffs, Crown Counsel, Community Corrections, lawyers, and the public, to support the delivery of court services and ensure access to justice. Our team values a supportive and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are respected, and collaboration drives meaningful contributions to the justice system.
The Role
As a Court Clerk, you will provide critical administrative support to both the Supreme and Provincial Courts, ensuring the smooth operation of court processes. Your responsibilities will include preparing courtrooms and specialized equipment for hearings, managing exhibits, maintaining accurate court files, and interpreting and distributing court documents. You will also operate computerized case tracking systems and deliver exceptional service to the public and court users. This dynamic and engaging role supports access to justice and makes a meaningful impact on the justice system, with occasional overtime or travel required to support circuit court locations.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
- Two (2) years office experience, or
- One (1) year office experience and a minimum of one (1) year education/training in a legal related field
- Experience/training in keyboarding, word processing and other standard computer applications with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm
Preference may be given to applicants with:
- Experience with JUSTIN and/or CEIS
- Experience delivering customer service
Provisos
- Must pass enhanced security screening checks
- Union membership is required
- Must be willing to attend and complete relevant training programs
- 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 others
- May be required to work flexible hours, including varied shifts and overtime on short notice
For questions regarding this position, please contact michelle.mcphee@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
2 Positions available.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Kamloops: Kamloops is surrounded by over one hundred lakes as well as the North and South Thompson rivers. Water-based activities are very popular, such as fishing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, tubing, skiing, snowmobiling, and ice-fishing. Kamloops has a very strong First Nations culture.
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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.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is 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.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
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