legal services officer - courts

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience.

Work site environment:

• Non-smoking.
• Air conditioned.
• Work setting: Urban area.

Tasks:

• Interview clients, witnesses and other related parties.
• Explain rights and obligations to defendants.

Computer and technology knowledge:

• MS Office.
• MS Excel.
• MS Word.

Court experience:

Provincial and Territorial Court.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information:

• Valid driver's licence.
• Own transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail.

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Client focus.
• Dependability.
• Initiative.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Resourcefulness.

Experience:

No experience (will train).

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Long term benefits:

Long-term care insurance.

Support for Indigenous people:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers .
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations .
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers .