Secretary
at Ministry of Justice
Bermuda
The Magistrates’ Court is seeking honest, reliable and mature individual to work under the supervision of the Magistrate. The postholder will provide a range of services to the Court to enable the Magistrate to discharge his duties and responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner. The Secretary also provides secretarial and clerical services to the Magistrate and performs associated duties within the Magistrates’ Court.
The position involves dealing with a wide variety of individuals and situations, therefore, the ability to deal with people of all backgrounds. In addition, applicants must have a mature personality with a pleasant and suitable temperament is essential. The applicant must be capable of maintaining their professionalism at all times and cope under pressure with minimal supervision.
Applicants must have successfully completed their BSC or equivalent and a secretarial course of one (1) year’s duration, with typing speeds and shorthand skills of 60 w.p.m. and 100 w.p.m., respectively. Applicants must be capable of operating within a computerized, professional environment.
The post holder may be required to work irregular and unscheduled hours to meet deadlines or to complete workload demands. A flexible approach to work is therefore essential. Knowledge of court procedures will be an asset. The successful applicant will be skills assessed.
Applicants interested in being considered for the above post MUST complete a security vetting form (to include passport and social insurance numbers). In addition, applicants will be required to undertake an assessment/skills testing.
Ref: 5378/03/0040
Closing Date: 8 September 2010
To apply:
Any persons wishing to be considered for any of the positions advertised below may apply by completing an application form, which is available at the Department of Human Resources, 3rd Floor, Ingham and Wilkinson Building, 129 Front Street, Hamilton HM 12. Alternatively, the application form maybe downloaded from our website at www.gov.bm (please view this site for further details on terms of employment with the Government).
Completed application together with copies of academic/professional qualifications, must be submitted quoting the appropriate reference number, to the Secretary of the Public Service Commission, at the above address, before the specified closing period.
Attention is drawn to the provisions of the Public Service Commission Regulations whereby any person who canvasses any member of the Legislature in connection with the appointment of any person to any office shall be disqualified for appointment.