Associate to District Court Judge Barbagallo SC

Court and Tribunal Services

Salary:
Level 3, $86,439 - $92,795 p.a plus 12% superannuation GOSGA

Position number:
2459

Work type:
Fixed Term - Full Time

Location:
District Court of Western Australia

Closing date:
:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)

This is a fixed term, full time vacancy available for
18
months, with the possibility of extension, commencing 29 September 2025.

About The District Court
The District Court is the intermediate trial court in Western Australia. The District Court deals with serious criminal offences including serious assaults, sexual assaults, serious fraud and commercial theft, burglary and drug offences. The District Court also determines civil claims up to $750,000 and has unlimited jurisdiction in claims for damages for personal injury.

About The Role
The Court is seeking applications from highly motivated law students or graduates who would like the opportunity to work closely with a judge of the District Court. Successful applicants will have highly effective written and interpersonal communication and the proven ability to perform conscientious professional relationships.

Each judge of the District Court has an associate appointed as personal staff. Personal staff have the opportunity to work closely under the direct supervision of the judge. The Associate works as part a team to perform important functions to assist the judge to conduct both criminal and civil proceedings. Associates assist the judge by managing administrative tasks in the courtroom and in chambers, including preparing files, liaising with parties, performing important statutory functions and ensuring the smooth operation of hearings.

• Prepare files for the judge ahead of hearings.
• Perform the statutory duties of the Clerk of Arraigns under the Criminal Procedure Act 2004 (WA). These duties include (but are not limited to) assisting with the jury empanelment process, reading the charges to the accused, assessing applications for surety, and witnessing accused person's bail undertakings.
• Liaise with members of the legal profession and provide information and assistance to various persons involved in court processes.
• Undertake other ad-hoc duties such as legal research and/or writing, summaries, or other general administrative support.
• Use the electronic case management system to record proceedings and give effect to the orders of the judge, including the recording of pleas, exhibits, verdicts, bail conditions and legal representatives.
• Work in a team that undertakes an important role in the Justice system.
• Manage court diaries for the judge.
• Provide bespoke technical and administrative support to Her Honour.
• Other duties as required.

Experience as an associate to a judge is an excellent way to begin or strengthen your legal career. Associates have the opportunity to acquire a detailed understanding of a range of criminal and civil matters and court procedures. You will be required to work as a member of a team, maintain confidentiality and be able to manage a number of tasks at any given time. Applicants must be prepared to flexible hours according to the needs of the judge and the Court, and from time-to-time to travel to regional circuit locations with the judge.

When considering whether employment at the District Court is right for you, it is important to consider the jurisdiction of the Court. The District Court deals with serious criminal offences including, robbery, criminal damage, serious fraud and commercial theft, burglary, and drug offences. The Court also deals with serious assaults and sexual assaults, including those against children. In the course of their duties, staff will encounter materials (including but not limited to photographs, videos, written statements, and oral evidence) associated with these charges. This material may be confronting and/or distressing. The Court is committed to reducing exposure to these materials for staff wherever possible and the Department of Justice offers services and resources to support staff.

Note, some of the aspects of the roles vary according to the individual judge's preference and may, from time-to-time include attending to personal administrative tasks and errands where the judge is otherwise engaged in or required to be available for court proceedings.

Eligibility

• Progress toward or achievement of a qualification in law.
• All employees are required to undergo a National Criminal History check. For appointment to the position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia as defined by the Commonwealth Immigration Act (if not currently held, must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant's expense).

Benefits And Opportunities

• Learning and development opportunities for law students or recent graduates.
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Four weeks annual leave, the possibility of work-related travel to regional locations.

**Application process

How to apply
We Require You To Submit**

• A short cover letter (no more than one page), outlining your transferable skills, and why you would like the opportunity to work for a judge of the District Court. Please clearly state in your letter whether you would like to be considered for the position of associate, usher, or both.
• A Resume / Curriculum Vitae with the contact details of two work or study-related referees.
• A copy of your academic transcript.

Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner's Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies . Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.

For further job-related information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact
Celestine Adams, Associate to her Honour Judge Barbagallo SC, District Court of Western Australia
on
(08)

for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.

Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on or call for culturally appropriate application advice.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the 'For further job-related information' section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on or for a confidential discussion.

Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to submit their application, including all requested documents, directly via email to Celestine Adams .

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application,
as late applications will not be accepted.
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