Coronial Services Officer

2 days ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -COURTS ADMINISTRATION AUTHORITY Full time

**Courts Administration Authority**
**Job reference**: 708677
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

The Courts Administration Authority (CAA) is constituted by the _Courts Administration Act 1993_. The Act established the State Courts Administration Council (“Council”) as an administrative authority independent of control by executive government and to confer on the Council power to provide Courts with the administrative facilities and services necessary for the proper administration of justice.

The Coroners Court is responsible for investigating deaths that are reportable pursuant to the C_oroners Act 2003_. The Coroners Office provides a broad range of services to the community by recognising the need to assist bereaved families to understand the coronial investigation process. The coronial jurisdiction is a sensitive and unique environment that requires adherence to the highest level of confidentiality. Staff working within this jurisdiction may be exposed to court evidence that at times will be graphic or disturbing.

The Coronial Services Officer provides a high-quality service in relation to reported deaths, including at the direction of a coroner or the manager, assisting with the coordination of initial investigations, reporting matters to the State Coroner or Deputy State Coroners, referring matters for investigation, and authorising and arranging the conveyance of deceased persons within the State.

**Do you have?**
- Proven ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally, in order to provide accurate and clear advice and information to a range of stakeholders, especially with medical personnel, bereaved families and the funeral industry.
- Ability to deliver a high standard of service and successfully deal with grieving, angry and/or distressed people on a regular basis.
- Experience in providing a range of administrative services including file management, data entry and collection of data and statistics.
- Experience in understanding medical and pharmacological terminology and an ability to accurately spell complex medical and pharmacological terminology.
- Experience using a range of data management technology, tools and techniques, including the Microsoft suite of products.
- Demonstrated ability to organise personal work schedule and manage competing priorities within set timeframes in a demanding and diverse environment.
- Proven ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

**Special Conditions**:

- Short term contract to 24/04/2026
- Monday to Friday hours rotate between 7.45am to 3.45pm, 9.00am to 5.00pm, and 10.00am to 6.00pm.
- While on rostered weekends and public holidays the Coronial Services Officer works alone from 8.00am to 4.00pm with phone support as required from the on-call manager.
- 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.
- As a justice agency, the CAA may obtain details of spent convictions as part of any Criminal History Screening and use this information in the selection process.

**Remuneration**:
ASO3 ($67,589 - $72,033 per annum)

**Enquiries**:
Karen Lewis, Deputy Manager, Coroners Court
Ph: (08) 8204 0600

**Additional Information**:
For further information about the CAA please visit the CAA website

**Applications close**: 20/11/2025 6:00 PM

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