judicial assistant

2 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Courts Administration Authority, South Australia Full time $67,589 - $72,333 per year

Courts Administration Authority

Job reference: 696352

Location: 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

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Additional Information:

  • All applications must be submitted online through the I Work for SA
  • Refer to the CAA Applicant Kit and attach your resume and cover letter as a single document.
  • 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. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals across diverse community groups and are committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace. People with a disability are encouraged to apply.

For further information about the CAA please visit the CAA website

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

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