Following recent changes to the Marriage Law, applications are being invited from those wishing to become an ‘independent civil celebrant’.
The non-religious role means that they’ll have the ability to help islanders officially tie the knot in civil ceremonies.
All islanders are able to apply, but Superintendant Claire Follain said that confident islanders with knowledge of and respect for “the solemnity and the importance of a marriage ceremony” were particularly sought.
Shortlisted applicants will then start training in December after an interview.
If successful, they’ll be officially self-employed but regulated by the Superintendant Registrar.
While her office won’t be able to refund what celebrants are paid in potential cases of poor service, she will be able to strip them of their title.
Ms Follain, who carried out the role herself as celebrant for Jersey’s first ever same-sex marriage, described the applications as a “unique opportunity to take on a varied and interesting role.”
Pictured: The Superintendant Registrar, who officiated Jersey’s first ever same-sex marriage, will be in charge of regulating the role.
“We want couples who are getting married in Jersey to be able choose their own civil celebrant, whilst being assured that the celebrant will have the skills, knowledge and commitment to deliver a wonderful wedding ceremony in accordance with the law,” she said.
Those interested will have to submit an complete an form and submit it alongside their CV and a cover letter by Wednesday 3 October.
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