Court Officers and Justices of the Peace
Back to Career ListingCo-ordinate the administrative and procedural functions of federal, provincial and territorial courts, such as scheduling trials and overseeing the maintenance of court records. Justices of the peace administer oaths, issue subpoenas, summonses and warrants and perform other court-related duties such as conducting bail hearings.
Outlook
Not available
Wage
Low: $19.49
Median: $24.78
High: $45.90
Training
- Brandon University
- The University of Winnipeg
- University College of the North
- University of Manitoba
- Completion of a justice registrar, justice of the peace or other court training program is required for court officers and justices of the peace.
- Several years of experience as a court clerk or in another court service occupation are usually required.
- Justices of the peace in Manitoba are appointed by the lieutenant governor in council
Places of Employment
Federal and provincial courts
Regulated
No