Courtroom Coordinator for Magistrates

Courts Administration Authority; Port Augusta; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Initial training program

12-month contract with possible ext.

Job summary

The Courts Administration Authority in Port Augusta seeks Magistrates Clerks to support Magistrates in court proceedings and in Chambers. You will coordinate matter flow, prepare records, and liaise with judges, lawyers, agencies and the public, ensuring accuracy and discretion in a formal setting.

Initial training of 3–4 weeks at Adelaide followed by at least 2 months full-time at Port Augusta, with opportunities for career progression from ASO3 to ASO4 and 12-month contracts with extension.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Composure, professionalism and attention to detail in a formal courtroom setting.
• Initiative and sound judgment to anticipate issues, problem-solve and support smooth proceedings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to engage respectfully with diverse court users.
• Proficiency with technology, including case management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel across South Australia, including attending overnight circuits multiple times per year.
• Applicants must demonstrate a typing speed of at least 50 words per minute (wpm) with 98% accuracy. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete typing speed and accuracy, spelling, and grammar assessments as part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the orderly flow of matters before the Magistrate and liaise with judicial officers, legal practitioners, government agencies and the public.
• Prepare accurate records, orders, judgments and case files; maintain integrity of the Court’s work.
• Provide high-level administrative support in Chambers and assist with courtroom coordination.
• Attend to travel as required across South Australia and manage related logistics.

Skills

Organisational skills

Composure and professionalism

Initiative and sound judgment

Communication and interpersonal skills

Technology proficiency (case mgmt, MS-

Willingness to travel across SA

Typing speed 50 wpm with 98% accuracy

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Courts Administration Authority in Port Augusta seeks Magistrates Clerks to support Magistrates in court proceedings and in Chambers. You will coordinate matter flow, prepare records, and liaise with judges, lawyers, agencies and the public, ensuring accuracy and discretion in a formal setting.

Initial training of 3–4 weeks at Adelaide followed by at least 2 months full-time at Port Augusta, with opportunities for career progression from ASO3 to ASO4 and 12-month contracts with extension.