Court Worker
Job Summary
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
The Court Worker is located In Yellowknife and reports to the Court Worker Supervisor of the Legal Aid Commission. The position is responsible for providing assistance and advice to people in conflict with the law or requiring assistance in matters relating to the law in Yellowknife and surrounding communities. Court workers directly impact the outcome of legal processes within the Northwest Territories.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, criminal and civil procedure, and policies related to the provision of legal services to individuals and communities;
- Ability to maintain good relations with community services such as Band Councils, RCMP, Probation Services and Social Services;
- Proven case management ability and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The completion of a high school diploma and training/course work offered through various colleges in justice or criminology or through on the job training offered by the Legal Aid Commission, some post-secondary education in office administration and at least 3 years of experience working in a law office or similar office environment or a combination of the above.
The ability to speak an Aboriginal language of the Northwest Territories or French would be an asset.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- valid Class 5 driver's license and must be prepared to travel by vehicle or by air to communities outside Yellowknife during all seasons.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28365
Closing Date: October 19, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $42.17 per hour (approximately $82,232 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
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