Court Clerk/Monitor

Summary

The Region of Waterloo is seeking a Court Clerk/Monitor to assist and act as a liaison to the presiding Justice of the Peace in the courtroom. This role involves creating and certifying accurate recordings of court proceedings, preparing and maintaining charging documentation, and inputting data into the Integrated Court Offences Network (ICON) provincial database. The successful candidate will also provide administrative support to the Provincial Offences Court Administration Program. Key responsibilities include managing courtroom proceedings, administering oaths, maintaining court dockets, and ensuring the accuracy of legal documentation. The position requires maintaining a digital court recording system, transferring recordings for appeals, and producing certified court transcripts. The role also involves coordinating with various stakeholders, including the Judiciary, defendants, counsel, and interpreters, and performing moderator functions for virtual court proceedings. The Court Clerk/Monitor will also be responsible for receiving, recording, and securing exhibits, and may officiate court proceedings in the absence of a Justice of the Peace.