Consider this challenging opportunity in the Superior Court of Justice, where you will assist in coordinating and scheduling cases in criminal, civil and family courts.
Your responsibilities will include:
- assisting the Trial Coordinator in maintaining court lists utilizing established scheduling practices
- liaising with Trial Coordinators, judiciary, counsel, other staff, and the public regarding the scheduling of matters
- identifying and bringing issues that may affect the schedule to the attention of the Trial Coordinator(s)
- assisting in the preparation of statistical information
Please Note:
we are offering two positions through this competition
- one 12 month temporary contract, with possibility of extension located in Hamilton
- one 5.5 month temporary contract, with possibility of extension located in Kitchener
- You have organizational, coordination and planning skills to assist with the scheduling of court sittings
- You have the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
- You have judgement and problem-solving skills
- You have the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- You have analytical skills to assist with the compilation of statistical data
- You have communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with tact and diplomacy with judges, staff, counsel and the public
- You have knowledge of the functions and rules of the Superior and/or Ontario Court of Justice, relevant legislation and legal terminology
- You are proficient with computer applications (word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, email, Internet and management information systems)
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
- diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
- accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy
- We offer a unique opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives, working both in and out of the courtroom.
- You will be joining a team of more than 3,000 frontline staff members and managers across the province, committed to professionalism, collaboration and innovation.
- You will enjoy a friendly and cooperative work environment, career growth opportunities, and on-the-job training.
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
- a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
- flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
- a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment
- many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
This role comes with the option to participate in a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
- group health, dental, life and disability benefits
- an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counselling services
