Courts Administration Authority
Job reference: 863345
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the CAA
The Courts Administration Authority (CAA) is a unique and independent organisation at the heart of South Australia's justice system. Estbalished under the Courts Administration Act 1993, the CAA provides administrative services, expertise and infrastructure that enable the state's courts to operate effectively and efficiently. The CA supports the Supreme Court, District Court, Environment, Resources and Development Court (ERD), Youth Court and Coroner's Court.

About the Role
The Deputy Registrar, Civil and ERD is a senior leadership role responsible for the management of the Higher Courts Civil and Environment, Resources and Development Registries, together with oversight of the Higher Courts Clerks providing support to Associate Justices and Judges. 

Reporting to the Principal Registrar and Director, Higher Courts, you will lead strategically, manage complex operational functions and contribute to the ongoing development of court services. You will work closely with judicial officers and stakeholders to ensure efficient court operations while driving innovation and continuous improvement across registry services.

This role is ideal for a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who enjoys working at the intersection of people, process and public service, and who is motivated by contributing to the effective administration of justice.

Special Conditions:

• 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.

Remuneration:
ASO7 ($116,089 - $125,490 per annum)

Enquiries:
Brette Schumann - Principal Registrar and Director, Higher Courts
Phone: (08) 8204 0470
Email: [email protected]

Additional Information:
All applications will be submitted online. Please refer to the CAA Applicant Kit and attached your resume and cover letter as a single Word document.
The CAA is committed to creating a workforce which reflects the wider community, as well as providing a working environment which embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals across diverse community 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: 12/11/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO7 Deputy Registrar Civil and ERD - 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.