TRIBUNAL CLERK
WHO WE ARE
The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) regulates Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) in Ontario. We are dedicated to excellence in protecting the public interest, guiding RMTs and promoting the highest possible quality of the practice of massage therapy.
WORKING @ CMTO
This is a full-time, permanent position that offers a competitive annual salary, a comprehensive benefits package, a competitive RRSP program, an annual professional development fund and more. Our collaborative team has a growth mindset and a strong dedication to our mission. Our offices are conveniently located just steps from transit at Davisville subway station in midtown Toronto. Our “Remote First” working model enables CMTO staff to work remotely most of the time.
If you are looking to build a meaningful career in a highly varied role within a non-profit, regulatory organization, we want to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
CMTO is currently in search of a Tribunal Clerk who will be responsible for case management and administrative support to the Discipline Committee and Fitness to Practise Committee. The committees hold hearings into allegations of professional misconduct, incompetence, and incapacity.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate all aspects of hearing preparation, including opening files, scheduling hearings, booking court reporters and other service providers, coordinating the issuing of witness summons, and distributing hearing materials.
- Interpret and apply tribunal rules and operational policies with minimal direction to case manage files and ensure compliance with timelines.
- Provide administrative support to the committees and to hearing panels by scheduling and hosting virtual meetings, populating templates, and minute-taking.
- Act as the primary contact for hearing parties and their representatives and draft correspondence in reply to inquiries from members of the public.
- Update and maintain an electronic case management system, ensuring the accuracy of caseload statistics.
- Gather and track hearings data and prepare reports on various performance measurement indicators.
- Prepare accurate and timely updates to CMTO’s website, including updating the hearing schedule and drafting decision summaries.
- Process invoices from service providers and maintain attendance records.
- Participate in various projects to support the tribunal’s modernization initiatives, and perform other duties as assigned by the Tribunal Counsel and Manager.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Law clerk diploma, licensed paralegal or relevant post-secondary education with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a tribunal, court or regulatory environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of administrative tribunal or court procedures, with experience interpreting and applying procedural rules.
- Previous experience working with councils, boards or committees in a regulatory environment considered an asset.
- Proven organizational and time management skills to effectively manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
- Superior communication skills (written and verbal) to respond to a wide range and complexity of inquiries; experience dealing with sensitive information that requires discretion and a high degree of confidentiality.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner with tact and diplomacy.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Office, database applications and case management tools. Excellent IT skills and advanced knowledge of videoconferencing platforms are required.
INTERESTED?
To be considered for this role, please apply with you resume and cover letter to on or before June 2nd 2023. Please state the job posting title and your name in the subject line of the email.
CMTO is dedicated to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+, BIPOC persons, racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
We thank all applicants for their interest in CMTO. Please note, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. All recruitment activities including interviews and onboarding will be conducted virtually.
CMTO is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please let us know.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work from home
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Toronto, ON M4S 1Y5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Law Clerk or Paralegal: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M4S 1Y5
Application deadline: 2023-06-02
