Admin Jobs in Truro, NS

Competition # : 47687

Department : Justice

Location : TRURO

Type of Employment : Permanent

Union Status : NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date : 19-Jan-25(Applications are accepted until 11 : 59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Court Services Division of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice is dedicated to excellent service and the provision of fair and accessible administration of justice including court administration and security.

The Division provides administrative support to the courts listed : Nova Scotia Court of Appeal Supreme Court of Nova Scotia (including Family Division) Provincial Court Family Court Small Claims Court Probate Court and Bankruptcy Court. The courts act independently from the government to address individual cases.

For more information on the Department of Justice Court Services please visit our website : Our Opportunity

The Justice Officer 4 administers and delivers a broad range of court support services within the Supreme Court (Family Division) including directing document preparation to initiate legal proceedings assisting court users to consider and initiate appropriate options to resolve conflicts offering appropriate legal information and assistance and operating special programs in the court such as Parent Information.

The Justice Officer 4 case manage high-volume and often high conflict cases offer assisted dispute resolution services to facilitate an agreement on issues between parties in appropriate cases prepare court orders interpret and analyse financial information provided by clients and perform the judicial functions and duties of a Court Officer and Deputy Prothonotary. The Justice Officer 4 liaises with the Judiciary members of the legal profession and the general public responding to requests for information and assistance daily.

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelors degree plus five years of related experience in a legal / justice environment or an acceptable equivalent of education experience and training.

As the successful candidate you have knowledge and experience providing client-based services as required. Previous experience and formal training in domestic violence issues assisted dispute resolution interviewing and client assessment are considered assets. You will analyze interpret and demonstrate an understanding of the Rules & Statutes that govern court actions and apply them to the court process.

You must possess a high level of diplomacy tact and professionalism and the ability to deal with difficult people and demanding situations communicating with tact and discretion in a clear concise manner. Time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines for a high volume of case management; a sound working knowledge of the Justice System Family Division court support programs community referral agencies and proficiency in automated computer software programs are key in this role.

The ability to work within a team and provide direction to support staff is essential. Self-directed behavior analytical and conceptual thinking and creative approaches to problem solving are required.

We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools : written examination standardized tests oral presentations interview(s) and reference checks.

Equivalency

Equivalencies include but are not limited to :

• A two year diploma in a related field plus 7 years of related experience in a legal / justice environment
• 9 years of related experience in a legal / justice environment

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan Health Dental Life Insurance General illness Short and Long Term Disability Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings click here : Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

Additional Information

This is a permanent employment opportunity located in Truro NS.

A test will be administered as part of the screening and selection process.

Some travel and overtime may be required.

Fluency (both oral and written) in the French Language will be considered an asset.

This position will require an enhanced level of security screening for external applicants.

What We Offer

Pay Grade : PR 13

Salary Range : $2556.10- $3107.16Bi-Weekly

Note : The salary rates shown reflect the new Civil Service Agreement effective April 1 2025. Implementation in our HR system will occur on February 5 2026. Until then the current rates will apply. Employees hired during this period will receive retroactive pay adjustments in accordance with the new agreement and applicable policies.

Employment Equity Statement :

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Indigenous People African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement :

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process please contact us at

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office employees must apply correctly via this link :

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit NOTE : Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed to

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Public Health,Program Management,ICD Coding,Military Experience,Analysis Skills,Research Experience,Security,Economic Development,Counterintelligence,Program Design,Program Development,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 2556 - 3107