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Bilingual Judicial Clerk / Senior Bilingual Judicial Clerk

Government of Alberta · Alberta Justice (Court and Justice Services)

This job in plain words

This is a talent pool job for bilingual clerks who support Alberta courts in English and French, at courtrooms, counters and offices in many Alberta locations. Some roles work shifts at the Hearings Office in Edmonton and Calgary, and some require travel to circuit courts.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Canadian citizenship is required for the justice of the peace appointment, which may be needed for the job.

Education
High school diploma · High school diploma. Related training or experience may be considered, one year of experience for one year of training.
Experience
Clerk: at least six months of work experience. Senior clerk: at least two years of related experience, including 18 months as a judicial clerk.
Job type
Full time, permanent or temporary, with on-call and casual positions also possible. 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, plus possible overtime.

What they ask for:

  • High school diploma and at least six months of work experience for clerk.
  • Fluent in English and French, spoken and written.
  • Experience as a court officer or in a court administrative role is an asset.
  • Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute with 90% accuracy.
  • Senior clerk: at least two years of related experience, including 18 months as a judicial clerk.

What you would do

  • Manage administrative processes in civil and criminal court proceedings in English and French.
  • Maintain court records, courtroom decorum and the digital recording platform.
  • Handle exhibits and liaise with judiciary, lawyers, police and the public.
  • File documents under Alberta court rules and relevant legislation.
  • Provide bilingual counter and phone help to the public and legal community.
  • Enter data, process court orders and manage court databases and appearances.

How to apply

The posting is open until suitable candidates are selected. Apply through the official Alberta job posting page; this page does not list detailed application steps.

Good to know:

  • Successful candidates will be placed in a talent pool for chosen locations and may be contacted for future permanent or temporary jobs.
  • A French language test is given at the interview for bilingual positions.
  • A valid class 5 driver's licence and a reliable vehicle are needed for circuit court travel.
  • Successful candidates must complete a security check at their own cost.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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