Courts Administration Authority
Job reference: 842898
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Do you have strong analytical skills and drive?

Are you interested in driving reform across the justice sector?

This is an exciting opportunity to be a Strategic Coordinator to the State Courts Administrator.

About the Organisation:

• The Courts Administration Authority (CAA) provides participating Courts and court users with services and facilities that support the proper administration of justice on behalf of the people of South Australia. It is independent of the legislative and executive arms of government and is the means by which the judiciary of the States controls the administration of courts through which judicial power is exercised.
• The State Courts Administrator’s (SCA) office is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of the CAA. This includes setting and executing the CAA’s vision and goals, making critical decisions and driving innovation and growth.
• The SCA’s office liaises with key stakeholders, including the Attorney-General’s Department, SA Police, Department for Human Services and other external partners, ensuring transparent communication and strong relationships. Through adherence to regulatory and ethical standards, the SCA’s office ensures the CAA’s sustainable growth and long-term success.

Special Conditions:

• This position is an ongoing contract.
• Appointment is under the Courts Administration Act 1993. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the Public Sector Act 2009.
• Appointment is dependent upon a current National Police Clearance that the CAA finds satisfactory.
• 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.
• May be required to work outside of the normal hours of work and undertake intrastate or interstate travel which may necessitate overnight absences.

Remuneration:

ASO6 ($102,171 - $108,071 per annum + 12% superannuation)

Enquiries:

Kathi Behncke, Executive Officer to the State Courts Administrator
E: Kathi.Behncke@courts.sa.gov.au
P: (08) 8208 7953

Application Instructions:

All applications must be submitted online through I Work For SA. Please refer to the CAA applicant kit and ensure your application includes your resume along with a cover letter addressing each of the selection criteria outlined above.

The CAA is committed to creating a workplace which reflects the community as well as providing a working environment which embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
We encourage and welcome applications from individuals across diverse 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: 13/05/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO6 Strategic Coordinator Job Profile.pdf
- CAA Applicant Kit 2023.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.