Judicial Support Associate — Flexible, Regional WA

Department of Justice; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career pathway opportunities

Learning and development programs

Fitness passport discounts

Department social channels and info

Job summary

The Department of Justice in Western Australia seeks a Magistrate Associate to provide high-level administrative, secretarial and judicial support to the Family Court of Western Australia. The role works with magistrates, court users and staff to ensure efficient management of proceedings.

You will prepare matters for hearings, assist in court, coordinate listings, draft orders and judgments, and undertake research and general admin across Perth and regional circuit locations.

Qualifications

• Clear, professional written and verbal communication; adapt to stakeholders.
• Builds productive relationships and teamwork.
• Organises and prioritises work to meet deadlines.
• Maintains integrity and discretion with sensitive information.
• Provides high-quality administrative support with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare matters for hearings, conferences and trials.
• Provide in-court support to Magistrates, including calling matters and managing exhibits.
• Coordinate court listings and ensure hearings run efficiently.
• Prepare and distribute court orders and judgments from the case management system.
• Undertake research and administrative tasks as directed by the Magistrate.
• Attend in court as a judicial support officer in Perth and regional locations.

Skills

Clear communication

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Integrity and discretion

Job description

The Department of Justice in Western Australia seeks a Magistrate Associate to provide high-level administrative, secretarial and judicial support to the Family Court of Western Australia. The role works with magistrates, court users and staff to ensure efficient management of proceedings.

You will prepare matters for hearings, assist in court, coordinate listings, draft orders and judgments, and undertake research and general admin across Perth and regional circuit locations.