Court Officer
Courts Administration Authority
Job reference: 840010 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Short Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone THE ORGANISATION The participating courts are the Supreme Court, District Court, Environment, Resources and Development Court, Youth Court, Magistrates Court, and the Coroner’s Court. While closely aligned with the work of the courts, the CAA operates as an independent statutory authority and is structured into five key branches: Higher Courts, Court Services, CourtSA, Corporate Services, and People and Culture. Court Officer - Administrative Role - Temporary positions available for up to 12 months, with possiblity of extension
Be Part of South Australia's Justice System Are you looking for a meaningful administrative role where your skills directly contribute to the community? The CourtSA and Higher Courts Registries are inviting applications for the Court Officer recruitment pool for our Adelaide metropolitan locations (CBD, Elizabeth, Port Adelaide, Christies Beach), with opportunities available now and throughout the year. Why Join Us? By joining the Courts Administration Authority, you'll play a vital role in South Australia's justice system. Your work will directly support fair and accessible justice services for all community members. You'll be part of an organisation that values integrity, public service, and making a positive difference in people's lives during important legal proceedings. Our workplace culture embraces collaboration and mutual support. You'll work alongside friendly, professional colleagues in an environment where teamwork is essential and individual contributions are valued. We pride ourselves on maintaining a respectful, inclusive atmosphere where staff members support each other through the sometimes challenging nature of court-related work. We're seeking detail-oriented individuals with strong administrative capabilities to join our supportive team. This role offers an excellent foundation for those interested in the legal system or court administration. Location Benefits
Please note: We have courthouses across metropolitan and regional South Australia. We encourage applications from candidates interested in any location. For a full list of court locations, please visit our website: Court Locations. In your cover letter, please clearly specify your preferred location(s), whether metropolitan or regional. A Day in the Life As a Court Officer, your day typically begins with greeting colleagues before the courthouse opens to the public. You'll assist customers both at the counter and over the phone, supporting them with document lodgements and processing online submissions. Much of your work involves computer-based tasks - managing court cases in our systems, handling email correspondence, and maintaining accurate records. You may help parties with signing legal paperwork and assist the court by ensuring everything runs smoothly. Once the courthouse is closed for the day, you'll complete any final administrative tasks before heading home. Key Responsibilities
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Remuneration ASO2 ($64,195 -$67,154 pa plus 12% superannuation) Enquiries Stevi-lee Hancock | Registry Operations Manager 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 diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our wider community. We welcome applications from individuals across all community groups and are dedicated to providing a positive, accessible recruitment process and workplace. For further information about CAA please visit the CAA website
Applications close: 01/11/2026 11:45 PM Attachments: - ASO2 Court Officer Job Profile August 2025.pdf - CAA Applicant Kit 2023.pdf - Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf Flexibility Statement
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