Role overview

Description

The Team

The Dawson Creek Law Courts team is a diverse, energetic, and client‑focused group dedicated to ensuring access to justice through a fair and effective court system. This team of seven works collaboratively with managers, supervisors, registry staff, court clerks, sheriffs, judges, and justice system partners in a supportive environment that values teamwork, knowledge‑sharing, and delivering high‑quality service to the community.

The Role

This role provides administrative support to all levels of court by performing pre‑court, in‑court, and post‑court duties, maintaining accurate court records and exhibits, and delivering front counter court services. The position plays a vital role in ensuring court information is reliable and accessible, offering an engaging opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, diverse, and dynamic environment while supporting community members as they navigate the court system.

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).
Minimum of two years’ administrative support or customer service experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Minimum of one-year previous work experience in keyboarding, data entry, word processing, and working with standard computer applications and software programs (e.g., Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
Keyboard speed of 40 words per minute.
Valid B.C. drivers’ licence.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

Experience in court programs and applications (e.g., JUSTIN, CEIS, ARC, CTAS, CCD).
Experience as a Court Clerk and/or Registry Clerk.
One year of previous work experience in a legal environment.

Provisos:

May be required to work flexible hours, including varied shifts and overtime on short notice.
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.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Kimberley.Stephenson@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

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This is a temporary opportunity until 03/31/2028. This position may be extended or become permanent.

This position has full time on-site requirements.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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.

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.