executive assistant

Executive Assistant (Pay Band 2)Office of the Chief JusticeCourt ServicesJustice and Public SafetyPermanentMoncton Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB! Who we areThe work we do has a positive impact on our communities, and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.The Department of Justice and Public Safety requires the services of an Executive Secretary in the Court of King's Bench, Office of the Chief Justice, located in Moncton.What you will doReporting to the Executive Director of Court Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for:administrative support to the Chief Justice of the Court of King's Bench of New Brunswick and judiciary,managing complaints received,assisting in the coordination of assignments for judges of the Court of King's Bench,preparing a variety of documents and reports,drafting correspondence; replying to correspondence and requests for information,maintaining the schedule of the Chief Justice,coordinating meeting and travel arrangements,verifying and coding expense accounts,logging and tracking various expenses; data entry,tracking leave requests,other related duties that may be assigned.Who you areYou are a highly organized, discreet, and dependable professional with exceptional attention to detail. You excel at managing complex schedules, coordinating confidential communications, and handling sensitive information with integrity and professionalism. You demonstrate strong interpersonal skills while working effectively with judges, court staff, legal professionals, and the public. The ability to adapt quickly, use good judgement, multi-task, and work well under pressure is required for this position. Your professionalism, sound decision-making, and commitment to excellence help ensure the efficient operation of the Office of the Chief Justice.Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:Need to have:High school diploma or GED;University degree or successful completion of minimum (1) year post-secondary education in a related field; andMinimum of 5 years related work experienceSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.Candidates must demonstrate on their application how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resume should be in chronological order, specifying educationand employment in months and years, including part-time and full-time employment. Screening for this competition is based on the resume you provide, so please ensure it is up to date when applying.Operational Requirements: The following operational requirement is also required:Working past the normal work hours on occasion.Nice to Have (their asset qualifications)Understanding of the Justice system in New Brunswick, particularly as it relates to the Court of King's BenchExperience working with confidential and/or legal documentsAt least one (1) year of administrative experience within a legal environment.Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will p

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Sep 5, 2026