Judicial Assistant

5 days ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -COURTS ADMINISTRATION AUTHORITY Full time

**Courts Administration Authority**
**Job reference**: 696352
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

Have you ever been interested in working in the Courts?

We have an exciting role available.

The Higher Courts are currently seeking a motivated and capable person to fulfil the role of Judicial Assistant in the District Court of South Australia.

**What you will do**:

- provide professional, confidential and high-level administrative support to assist District Court judges in the execution of their role;
- play a supporting role in the production and coordination of timely and accurate correspondence, judgments and court documents whilst ensuring efficient records management processes are followed;
- liaise with the judiciary, legal profession, litigants, witnesses, court staff and the general public to ensure the effective and efficient processing of court and chamber matters;
- when required, providing in-court support to a Judge in a range of hearings, including jury trials and sentencing, across the criminal, civil and ERD jurisdictions.

**What we are looking for**:

- demonstrated experience and proven competence in high level secretarial and administrative services support.
- well-developed communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely with a high level of attention to detail and proof-reading skills.
- strong time management and organisational skills.
- motivation and a flexible approach whilst dealing with high volumes of work and competing priorities.
- confidentiality, discretion and tact suitable for dealing with sensitive court material.
- personal maturity, resilience, confidence and an appropriate demeanour to perform functions in court.
- proven ability to effectively build positive relationships with team members and court users through effective communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- an ability to use a variety of IT software and hardware, in a dynamic environment.

**Special Conditions**:

- This is a short term contract for up to 12 months.
- Appointment is under the _Courts Administration Act 1993_. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the _Public Sector Act 2009 (SA)_.
- 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.
- Appointment is dependent upon a current National Police Certificate that the CAA finds satisfactory.
- You may be required to undertake work related intra or interstate travel, which may require driving a motor vehicle and overnight absences.
- Duties may include travel to country circuits.

**Remuneration**:
ASO3 ($67,589 to 72,033 per annum plus 12% superannuation)

**Enquiries**:
Emma James - Manager, Judicial Assistants
P: (08) 8204 1027

**Additional Information**:

- Refer to the CAA Applicant Kit and attach your resume and cover letter as a single document.

For further information about the CAA please visit the CAA website

**Applications close**: 18/09/2025 11:00 PM

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