Court Officer

**Courts Administration Authority**
**Job reference**: 643916
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**Role Highlights**
- Multiple positions available for both immediate start and court officer pool positions.
- The positions are available within the Adelaide CBD.
- Contribute to the community and the operation of the South Australian court system
- Work in a committed and supportive team
- Training provided and full-time hours available

**Role Details**

Court Officers contribute to the community by helping to ensure that the court system operates fairly, transparently, and efficiently, and that justice is accessible to all members of the community.

We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated individuals to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is interested in pursuing a career in the legal industry or who has interest or experience in court administration.

Key Responsibilities:

- Managing court documents and filing systems
- Ensuring the accuracy of court records and case management systems
- Liaising with judicial officers, legal professionals, and other court staff
- Coordinating and scheduling court proceedings
- Providing excellent customer service to court users

What you will BRING:

- High level of attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Previous experience in court administration or the legal industry is highly desirable

What we can OFFER you:

- On the job training and learning & development opportunities
- Opportunity for progression and movement within the CAA
- Supportive workplace culture
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Salary sacrifice benefits
- Generous leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- Superannuation fund selection

**Remuneration**:
ASO2 - $58,709 to $63,154 pa plus 11.5% superannuation

**Special Conditions**:

- There are a variety of temporary positions available for up to 6 months with the possibility of extension.
- The positions are available within the Adelaide CBD.
- Appointment is under the _Courts Administration Act 1993_. Terms and Conditions of employment are governed by the _Public Sector Act 2009_.
- Appointment is dependent upon a current National Police Certificate that the CAA finds satisfactory.
- This role is identified as a Prescribed Position and the successful applicant is required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to employment with the CAA, which must be renewed every five years before expiry.
WWCC’s can be obtained through the Department of Human Services (DHS) Screening Unit
- As a justice agency, the CAA may receive details of spent convictions as part of any Criminal History Screening and use this information in the selection process.
- Appointees may be directed to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status.
- Eligible for appointment as a Justice of the Peace.
- May be appointed as a Deputy Registrar pursuant to the _Magistrate Court Act 1991_ and/or as a Deputy Sheriff Pursuant to the _Sheriff’s Act 1978._
- Some out of hours work may be required.

**Enquiries**:
Graeme Halligan, Registry Services Manager
Ph: (08) 8204 1177

**About the CAA**

The CAA of South Australia’s primary purpose is to provide participating courts and court users with services and facilities that support the proper administration of justice.
We have a workforce of over 700 employees working under the _Courts Administration Act 1993_ in an independent statutory authority. Most of our employees work in an administrative capacity to support the courts to operate effectively.

The CAA is committed to creating a workforce which reflects the wider community, as well as providing a working environment which embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

For further information about CAA please visit the CAA website

**Applications close**: 31/01/2025 6:00 PM