** Please note: This job ad will close on 31 May 2026 at 11:55PM **
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Period of Appointment
Fixed term casual for 3 (three) years
Hours per fortnight
As needed
Duties
* Provide accurate and timely transcription services including transcribing records of criminal and civil court proceedings.
* Maintain accurate records in relation to transcript production and time allocation.
* The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications, and experience normally expected from persons occupying jobs at this classification level.
Desirable Requirements
* Typing speed of 80 words per minute and experience in the use of court recording systems.
Pre-employment Checks
The Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted:
* Pre-employment (National Police Record) checks for: Arson and fire setting, violent crimes and crimes against the person, sex-related offences, drug and alcohol related offences, crimes involving dishonesty, deception and/or conspiracy, making false declarations, malicious damage and destruction to property, serious traffic offences, crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice, Executive or the Legislative Power.
* Disciplinary action in previous employment.
* Identification check.
Statement of Duties (Generic) Transcription Typist 02 Jan 25.docx
Statement of Duties (Generic) Transcription Typist 02 Jan 25.pdf
Information for applicants (Supreme Court).docx
Information for applicants (Supreme Court).pdf
How to apply
To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
Refer to the 'Information for Applicants' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4***.
For more information
Chloe Escott
Supervisor, Transcription Typist
Email: ************@supremecourt.tas.gov.au
Phone: 1300 664 ***