Clerk / Manager (PB 5)
Court Services
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Permanent - Open
Edmundston, NB

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

The Clerk Manager carries dual responsibilities within the Court of King's Bench and the Provincial Court in a designated region.
The successful candidate will oversee and ensure the effective and efficient functioning of Court operations for both the Court of King's Bench and the Provincial Court in their respective region. This involves providing general oversight, implementation of policies and procedures, managing court staff, and ensuring resources are allocated appropriately to support the smooth functioning of the Courts.

What you will do
As the Clerk of the Court of King's Bench, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of the court's registry. This entails reviewing all files related to court proceedings, assessing their validity and completeness, and accepting or rejecting them based on established criteria. You will provide guidance to court participants regarding the appropriate steps to be taken within the legal process. You will support the judiciary, promote access to justice and maintain the integrity of legal proceedings.

Work environment

• Office Location: Edmundston Court House
• Minimum 36.25 work hours per week
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

Who you are

• You are adept at critical analysis and recognized for your sound judgement.
• You are a team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• You can build and maintain effective and constructive working relationships, partnerships or networks of contacts with people who are instrumental in achieving work-related goals

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking, Integrity
• Client Service Orientation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Relationship/Network Building
• Organizational Commitment
• Concern for Order
• Team Leadership
• Developing Others

Need to have (their essential skills and qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Arts or Public Administration, Law or related field, and five (5) years of related work experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years of management/supervisory experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required, please state your language capability.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement(s) is also required:

• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check.

Nice to Have (their asset qualifications)
Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate:

• Experience working with policies & procedures,
• Experience working with various Acts & Regulations.
• Experience working in a legal environment.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Wage
$2,499- $3,490 biweekly depending on education and experience.

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training. *
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services. *
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or by email at of [email protected] by January 21, 2025 indicating competition number
R78-2024-0639 .

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place – 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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