Job opportunity
Staff Justice of the Peace
Manitoba Government
Manitoba Court Operations, Courts Division - Provincial Offences Court
Advertisement Number: 45730
Salary(s): CC3 $55,756.00 - $67,822.00 per year
Closing Date: November 17, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
Manitoba Justice is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Staff Justice of the Peace with Provincial Offences Court in Winnipeg. This position provides judicial, clerical, and administrative support to ensure the effective and efficient operation of Provincial Offences Court. The incumbent exercises delegated Staff Justice of the Peace authority and is responsible for the triage, screening, and processing of court matters in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures. The position also provides procedural guidance to court staff, justice system partners, legal representatives, and members of the public while maintaining judicial impartiality, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Duties:
The Staff Justice of the Peace exercises delegated authority under The Provincial Court Act and related legislation to review matters, make procedural determinations, accept admissions of offence, enter convictions, grant time to pay, accept disputes, schedule hearings, issue summonses, and perform other judicial functions authorized by legislation and delegation. The position provides front-line triage and screening of matters requiring appearance before a Judicial Justice of the Peace, Crown, or Provincial Offences Court, ensuring compliance with legislative and procedural requirements.
Duties include reviewing offence notices and court records, identifying procedural deficiencies, coordinating hearing dates and appearances, preparing and issuing court orders and related documentation, maintaining accurate court records, responding to inquiries from the public and justice system stakeholders, and providing procedural guidance to staff, legal representatives, law enforcement agencies, and members of the public. The position also assists with operational support, reporting, training, and continuous improvement initiatives to support effective court operations throughout Manitoba.
Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Staff Justice of the Peace
CC3 Clerk of Court 3
Regular/full-time
Manitoba Justice
Manitoba Court Operations, Courts Division - Provincial Offences Court
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45730
Salary(s): CC3 $55,756.00 - $67,822.00 per year
Closing Date: November 17, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
Manitoba Justice is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Staff Justice of the Peace with Provincial Offences Court in Winnipeg. This position provides judicial, clerical, and administrative support to ensure the effective and efficient operation of Provincial Offences Court. The incumbent exercises delegated Staff Justice of the Peace authority and is responsible for the triage, screening, and processing of court matters in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures. The position also provides procedural guidance to court staff, justice system partners, legal representatives, and members of the public while maintaining judicial impartiality, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Duties:
The Staff Justice of the Peace exercises delegated authority under The Provincial Court Act and related legislation to review matters, make procedural determinations, accept admissions of offence, enter convictions, grant time to pay, accept disputes, schedule hearings, issue summonses, and perform other judicial functions authorized by legislation and delegation. The position provides front-line triage and screening of matters requiring appearance before a Judicial Justice of the Peace, Crown, or Provincial Offences Court, ensuring compliance with legislative and procedural requirements.
Duties include reviewing offence notices and court records, identifying procedural deficiencies, coordinating hearing dates and appearances, preparing and issuing court orders and related documentation, maintaining accurate court records, responding to inquiries from the public and justice system stakeholders, and providing procedural guidance to staff, legal representatives, law enforcement agencies, and members of the public. The position also assists with operational support, reporting, training, and continuous improvement initiatives to support effective court operations throughout Manitoba.
Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Attractive salaries
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Experience in a court, court-related, or legal environment performing clerical, administrative, courtroom, or related functions, including processing, reviewing, and preparing court or legal documentation.
Experience exercising sound judgment, analyzing and resolving procedural issues, and making decisions within established legislation, policies, procedures, and delegated authority.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to provide front-line service to a diverse range of stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain legal procedures and court requirements in plain language.
Strong organizational and time management skills with demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to prioritize competing demands in a high-volume environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and court-related systems.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment.
Desired:
In-depth knowledge of court rules, legislation, Provincial Court procedures, and the Provincial Offences Act.
Experience with Manitoba Justice computerized court system applications, including Common Offence Notice System (CON), would be an asset.
Completion of a recognized legal or administrative assistant program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, may be considered.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Satisfactory Enhanced Security Check - Level III
Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Ability to work overtime when required with little notice
Must qualify for an appointment as a Staff Justice of the Peace pursuant to statutory requirements
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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Salary(s): CC3 $55,756.00 - $67,822.00 per year
Closing Date: November 17, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
Manitoba Justice is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Staff Justice of the Peace with Provincial Offences Court in Winnipeg. This position provides judicial, clerical, and administrative support to ensure the effective and efficient operation of Provincial Offences Court. The incumbent exercises delegated Staff Justice of the Peace authority and is responsible for the triage, screening, and processing of court matters in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures. The position also provides procedural guidance to court staff, justice system partners, legal representatives, and members of the public while maintaining judicial impartiality, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Duties:
The Staff Justice of the Peace exercises delegated authority under The Provincial Court Act and related legislation to review matters, make procedural determinations, accept admissions of offence, enter convictions, grant time to pay, accept disputes, schedule hearings, issue summonses, and perform other judicial functions authorized by legislation and delegation. The position provides front-line triage and screening of matters requiring appearance before a Judicial Justice of the Peace, Crown, or Provincial Offences Court, ensuring compliance with legislative and procedural requirements.
Duties include reviewing offence notices and court records, identifying procedural deficiencies, coordinating hearing dates and appearances, preparing and issuing court orders and related documentation, maintaining accurate court records, responding to inquiries from the public and justice system stakeholders, and providing procedural guidance to staff, legal representatives, law enforcement agencies, and members of the public. The position also assists with operational support, reporting, training, and continuous improvement initiatives to support effective court operations throughout Manitoba.
Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Staff Justice of the Peace
CC3 Clerk of Court 3
Regular/full-time
Manitoba Justice
Manitoba Court Operations, Courts Division - Provincial Offences Court
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45730
Salary(s): CC3 $55,756.00 - $67,822.00 per year
Closing Date: November 17, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
Manitoba Justice is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Staff Justice of the Peace with Provincial Offences Court in Winnipeg. This position provides judicial, clerical, and administrative support to ensure the effective and efficient operation of Provincial Offences Court. The incumbent exercises delegated Staff Justice of the Peace authority and is responsible for the triage, screening, and processing of court matters in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures. The position also provides procedural guidance to court staff, justice system partners, legal representatives, and members of the public while maintaining judicial impartiality, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Duties:
The Staff Justice of the Peace exercises delegated authority under The Provincial Court Act and related legislation to review matters, make procedural determinations, accept admissions of offence, enter convictions, grant time to pay, accept disputes, schedule hearings, issue summonses, and perform other judicial functions authorized by legislation and delegation. The position provides front-line triage and screening of matters requiring appearance before a Judicial Justice of the Peace, Crown, or Provincial Offences Court, ensuring compliance with legislative and procedural requirements.
Duties include reviewing offence notices and court records, identifying procedural deficiencies, coordinating hearing dates and appearances, preparing and issuing court orders and related documentation, maintaining accurate court records, responding to inquiries from the public and justice system stakeholders, and providing procedural guidance to staff, legal representatives, law enforcement agencies, and members of the public. The position also assists with operational support, reporting, training, and continuous improvement initiatives to support effective court operations throughout Manitoba.
Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Attractive salaries
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Experience in a court, court-related, or legal environment performing clerical, administrative, courtroom, or related functions, including processing, reviewing, and preparing court or legal documentation.
Experience exercising sound judgment, analyzing and resolving procedural issues, and making decisions within established legislation, policies, procedures, and delegated authority.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to provide front-line service to a diverse range of stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain legal procedures and court requirements in plain language.
Strong organizational and time management skills with demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to prioritize competing demands in a high-volume environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and court-related systems.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment.
Desired:
In-depth knowledge of court rules, legislation, Provincial Court procedures, and the Provincial Offences Act.
Experience with Manitoba Justice computerized court system applications, including Common Offence Notice System (CON), would be an asset.
Completion of a recognized legal or administrative assistant program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, may be considered.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Satisfactory Enhanced Security Check - Level III
Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Ability to work overtime when required with little notice
Must qualify for an appointment as a Staff Justice of the Peace pursuant to statutory requirements
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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