Justice and Public Safety - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

This position is responsible for specialized collections work for the Department of Justice and Public Safety, specifically for the collection of fines imposed by judges and through summary offence tickets (such as Traffic Tickets) for convictions under the Criminal Code and Provincial Statutes. The incumbent performs financial assessments, negotiates payment agreements, and provides financial counselling to clients and monitors accounts for compliance with payment agreements. Additional duties include, but are not limited to; conducting asset searches, utilizing various collections options provided for in all relevant legislation including the Judgment Enforcement Act and Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, maintaining records in the RAPID database and utilizing various computer applications; and other duties as required.

Screening Criteria

1.



Completion of a diploma in business administration (equivalences will be considered)
2. Financial collection experience
3. Accounts receivable case management experience
4. Debt counseling experience (asset)

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge of collection practices
2. Knowledge of applicable legislation (Judgment Enforcement Act, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, etc.)
3. Negotiation skills
4. Case management skills
5. Ability to effectively exchange information
6. Ability to think critically
7. Ability to maintain confidentially
8. Relationship building
9. Professionalism

Conditions of Offer

- Recent and satisfactory enhanced security clearance

Information for Applicants For more information about this opportunity please contact Steve Barron at [email protected].

📌 Financial Collections Officer (St. John's)
🏢 Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
📍 St. John's