We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.

The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact listed at the end of this vacancy.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements.  Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

36.75 hours (5 days per fortnight) - flexible options available.

Duties

• Provide administrative assistance to the judges of the Supreme Court by attending judges in Court and in Chambers including:
  • ensuring the availability of reference material.
  • maintaining lists of authorities.
  • preparing court rooms, chambers and jury rooms.
  • swearing in witnesses, jurors and other personnel.
  • assist the Associates.
• Provide court services by:
  • ensuring the safety and security of Judges, Jurors and other court users whilst in Court and at other times as directed
  • monitoring the behaviour of court users to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and court protocols
  • assess any potential threat to the buildings or court users including any arising from the behaviour of people in the court premises
  • ensuring court rooms are secure and court files, exhibits and other materials in court rooms are protected from unauthorised access or removal
  • providing directions and information to court users, including Jurors
  • providing directions to court security as directed by the Judiciary
• Provide support to the Sheriff’s office including execution of writs, rules, orders and warrants and assist with Juror administration as required.
• Knowledge and skills required to act as an associate when required including:
  • use of JAVS in court audio and video recording, logging and playback.
  • use of the Liberty in court audio and video recording and playback.
  • use of Criminal Case Management System and Civil Registry Management System for file management and document generation.
• Capacity to utilise ICT and problem solve with support including:
  • knowledge in use of Video linking facilities and in court display facilities.
  • fault finding and problem-solving skills beyond that of an operator level, to enable the streamlined operation of all in court technology.
• 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.

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:

1. Pre-employment checks

• Arson and fire setting
• Violent crimes and crimes against the person
• Sex-related offences
• Drug and alcohol related offences
• Crimes involving dishonesty
• Crimes involving deception
• 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
• Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power
• Crimes involving Conspiracy

2. Disciplinary action in previous employment.

3. Identification check.

Desirable Requirements

• Driver’s Licence (Motor vehicle)

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 Statement of Duties (357410) Court Support Officer.docx

 Statement of Duties (357410) Court Support Officer.pdf

 About the Department of Justice (Supreme Court).DOCX

 About the Department of Justice (Supreme Court).pdf

 Information for Applicants (DOJ) Short Form Application.docx

 Information for Applicants (DOJ) Short Form Application.pdf

 FAQs Short Form Application.docx

 FAQs Short Form Application.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 note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' 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 4912.

For more information

Luke Venn
Jury and Security Coordinator
luke.venn@supremecourt.tas.gov.au 
Phone: (03) 6477 7188

Reasonable Adjustment Queries

Organisational Development and Design Team
(03) 6165 7603