Legal services officer - courts

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 hours per week
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Experience: Will train
or equivalent experience

Work site environment

Non-smoking
Air conditioned

Work setting

Urban area

Tasks

Advise clients on legal proceedings
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
Tight deadlines
Attention to detail

Personal suitability

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

Employment terms options

Day

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

Other benefits

Free parking available

Support for Indigenous people

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
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