SA Government – COURTS ADMINISTRATION AUTHORITY – Adelaide SA
Courts Administration Authority
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Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Courts Administration Authority
The Courts Administration Authority is constituted by the Courts Administration Act 1993. The Act established the State Courts Administration Council as an independent administrative authority and empowered it to provide courts with the facilities and services necessary for the proper administration of justice. Participating courts of the Authority are the Supreme Court, District Court, Environment, Resources and Development Court, Youth Court, Magistrates Court, and the Coroner's Court.
The Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff is a statutory officer appointed pursuant to the Sheriff's Act on the recommendation of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The Sheriff's Office was first established by the Supreme Court Act 1837 and provides executive support for the administration of justice, including the execution of civil and criminal orders. The Sheriff's Office is staffed by more than 150 uniformed officers trained in emergency services, security, prisoner security and in‑court support, as well as approximately 40 Enforcement Sheriff's Officers who serve orders throughout South Australia.
Sheriff's Officer
Are you seeking a role that provides vital support to our legal system? Consider joining us as a Sheriff's Officer. You will provide security and customer service to court users across the Adelaide Metropolitan Area.
Full comprehensive training provided.
Summary of Role
Sheriff's Officers provide a high level of client service to all court users and contribute to the overall security of Courts Administration Authority facilities, administrative personnel, members of the judiciary and other court users. The role comprises three main components: Operational Safety and Security, In‑Court Support and Prisoner Security.
In Court Support
Sheriff's Officers maintain order within the courtroom and attend to the needs of witnesses and other persons having business before the court. The duties vary according to the jurisdiction of the court.
Prisoner Security
Sheriff's Officers provide a custodial prisoner security service for the operation of the Supreme Court and District Court criminal sittings within the Sir Samuel Way Building.
Operational Safety and Security
Sheriff's Officers deliver a high level of customer service to all court users and ensure the overall security of Courts Administration Authority facilities, administrative personnel, members of the judiciary and other court users.
Special Conditions
* Contracts may be offered on either a casual or part‑time basis, with the salary/hourly rate adjusted accordingly.
* Appointment is under the Courts Administration Act 1993. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the Public Sector Act 2009.
* May be required to work at alternate locations at the discretion of the Sheriff or due to court requirements.
* This role is identified as a Prescribed Position and the successful applicant must obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to employment with CAA, which must be renewed every five years. WWCCs can be obtained through the Department of Human Services (DHS) Screening Unit.
* Appointment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate that CAA finds satisfactory.
* As a justice agency, CAA may receive details of spent convictions as part of any Criminal History Screening and use this information in the selection process.
Remuneration
OPS2 ($58,709 – $63,154 per annum, adjusted to part‑time hours).
Enquiries
Steve Duncan, Deputy Sheriff
E: ***************@courts.sa.gov.au
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Additional Information
All applications will be submitted online. Please refer to the CAA Applicant Kit and attach your resume and cover letter as a single Word document. The CAA is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the wider community and provides a diverse, inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all community groups and encourage people with a disability to apply.
Applications close: 13/02/ :00 AM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part‑time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
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