Inuit Court Worker (Developmental)

Important messages

Set yourself up for success! As the objective of this process is to assess qualifications needed for the position(s) to be staffed, let us know if you have a functional limitation or disability, which may affect your participation. For example, you may contact us if you need assistance in completing and submitting your application. Should you proceed to a future assessment stage, such as an exam or interview, we will send you an e-mail with additional information and you can determine if you may require an accommodation at that time (such as a different test format, an adaptive technology, or additional time). Assessment accommodations are designed to remove the obstacles without altering the criteria being assessed so that candidates with functional limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities.

If you require an accommodation during any phase of this assessment process, please use the Contact information below to request accommodation. All information received in relation to your accommodation will be kept confidential and your right to privacy will be protected.

If you are unable to submit your application before the closing date, please do not hesitate to contact Lucía Guidi-Mazzola by email at .

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit your resume through GCjobs, by email at or in person at our location at 933 Mivvik Street, 2nd floor.

Work environment

The PPSC’s Court Worker program responds to the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls’ Calls for Justice, including to increase Indigenous representation in all Canadian Courts, and to increase accessibility to meaningful and culturally appropriate justice practices. As a PPSC Inuit Court Worker in development, you will have the opportunity to train to become a PPSC agent, representing the PPSC in summary conviction criminal courts. You will learn how to run bail hearings, attend docket court and work with a prosecution team on all aspects of summary conviction prosecutions. You will have a responsibility to respect and develop traditional approaches to justice, including restorative justice programs that incorporate Inuit values and culture, and embody the spirit of Inuit Qaujmajatuqangit. The Nunavut Regional Office embraces a welcoming, culturally sensitive and representative workplace. Inuktut, as well as English and French, is widely spoken within the office. Inuit culture is celebrated.

This program will provide employees the opportunity to develop from the EC-02 level to the EC-04 working level. There may also be opportunities to develop to the EC-05 level.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one (1) position on an indeterminate basis.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
- Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary program with acceptable specialization in a law related field OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
- Experience using Microsoft office Suite.
- Experience in maintaining and updating an information management system.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Asset Qualifications - Experience:
- Experience working in a Northern environment.
- Experience working in a cross-cultural environment, particularly in Indigenous communities.

Organizational Needs:
- The organization is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. Selection will be based on qualified applicants self-identifying as Nunavut Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.

Operational Requirements:
- Requirement to travel which may include assignments on short notice and for extended periods.
- Ability and willingness to work outside normal working hours which may include working evenings, nights and weekends based on operational needs.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
- Knowledge of project management principles and techniques.
- Basic* knowledge of the Canadian legal system.

*Basic is defined as fundamental and developmental constituting the basis or starting point.

Abilities/skills and Personal Suitability:
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize while working under pressure.
- Ability to conduct research and analysis.
- Effective interpersonal relationships.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Asset Qualification - Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Inuit culture.

Asset Qualifications - Ability:
- Ability to speak Inuktut.

Conditions of employment

Conditions of Employment:
- Reliability and Security: Enhanced Reliability Status.
- Medical clearance.
- All conditions of employment must be met and maintained by applicants throughout their tenure in the position.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.