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Bilingual Judicial Clerk / Senior Bilingual Judicial Clerk
Government of Alberta · no closing date given
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1 Check who can apply You are here
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. 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.
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.
2 Resume and cover letter
Tailor your resume to this posting: use its words and show each requirement with a concrete example. In Canada, leave out your photo, age and marital status. Add a short cover letter if the posting asks for one or accepts it.
3 Apply on the official site
No closing date given: the posting can close at any time, do not wait.
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.
4 Interview, tests and references
If you are shortlisted, they contact you, often by email. Interviews can be in person or by video, and some jobs also have a written or practical test. Have two or three references ready: former supervisors who know your work.
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.
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