Tribunal Hearing Officer

Advertisement Number: 44829

Salary(s): CL4 $ 55,472.00 - $64,777.00 per year

Closing Date: January 19, 2026

The Manitoba government recognises the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Join Us as a Tribunal Hearing Officer! Step into a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a real impact. As a Tribunal Hearing Officer, you’ll be the backbone of three key Tribunals—the Municipal Board, Disaster Assistance Appeal Board, and Land Value Appraisal Commission—ensuring hearings run smoothly, fairly, and on time.

• Be at the heart of the action—supporting panels before, during, and after hearings.
• Travel across Manitoba to handle diverse and meaningful cases.
• Manage complexity with confidence—organising large volumes of legal documents and hearing materials.
• Drive excellence in process and decision‑making, helping maintain integrity and fairness in every proceeding.

We’re looking for someone with a strong organisational background—ideally with experience as a legal secretary—who thrives in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented environment. If you’re ready to take on a role that combines legal expertise, coordination, and problem‑solving, this is your chance to make a difference.

• Post‑secondary education or training in paralegal, court or office administration. A combination of education, training and related experience may be considered.
• Experience interpreting, analysing, and applying various legislation, regulations, policies and rules of procedure in an adjudicative environment.
• Excellent written communication skills with experience drafting, reviewing, and editing complex documentation for internal and external stakeholders in compliance with applicable legislation, policies, and rules of procedure.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills with experience prioritising tasks effectively to meet statutory, departmental, and tribunal‑imposed deadlines.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and exercise problem‑solving skills to handle non‑routine issues.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to communicate clearly and professionally with Tribunal members, stakeholders, and to speak confidently before a large audience.
• Superior attention to detail to work efficiently with a high level of quality and accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential and politically sensitive material in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Extensive experience providing analytical and administrative support for quasi‑judicial hearings in a busy, fast‑paced office environment.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) or compatible programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships and interact effectively with team members, clients, and the general public.
• Experience managing and processing cash transactions.
• Experience working with an adjudicative or quasi‑judicial body, board, commission, or a legal firm or provincial or federal Department of Justice.
• Experience interacting and liaising effectively with the public, legal professionals, municipal officials, and other stakeholders.

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Must be able to provide a satisfactory driver's abstract.
• Must be willing and able to travel within the City of Winnipeg and throughout Province of Manitoba with some occasional overnight stays, as required.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime, as required.
• Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver’s Licence.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment that weighs up to 65 lbs (29.5 kgs).

Advertisement #44829

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600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Your cover letter, résumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.