Court Officer 1-2 - Judicial Support (Term)

Court Officer (Judicial Support) – Overview

Location: Port Hawkesbury
Employment Type: Term
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Primary Accountabilities

• Communicate with legal professionals and self‑represented individuals to coordinate and manage court hearings at all court levels.
• Provide confidential administrative and organizational support to the Judiciary.
• Act as the clerk in all courts, including jury sittings, and perform quasi‑judicial duties as a Staff Justice of the Peace.
• Train and mentor new staff in day‑to‑day operational activities.
• Under the Judge’s direction, draft and prepare complex orders and decisions arising from court hearings, applying relevant acts, statutes, policies, and procedures.
• Record and transcribe court proceedings using electronic recording equipment.
• Facilitate all aspects of court hearings, including opening court, case calling, witness or interpreter ...