Magistrates Clerk

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

Magistrates Clerks play a central role in the delivery of justice in South Australia As a Magistrates Clerk, you will work at the heart of the courtroom, supporting Magistrates to ensure proceedings run smoothly, fairly and with respect to the authority of the Court. This is a dynamic and highly visible role that combines courtroom coordination with high-level administrative support in Chambers. Every day brings new challenges. You’ll coordinate the orderly flow of matters before the Magistrate, anticipate and resolve issues as they arise, and liaise with judicial officers, legal practitioners, government agencies and members of the public, including self-represented parties. Outside of court, you’ll prepare accurate records, orders, judgments and case files, ensuring the integrity of the Court’s work is maintained. This is not a standard administrative role. It requires professionalism, discretion and initiative in a highly formal and public setting. You’ll be relied upon to make quick, sound decisions under pressure while supporting the proper administration and independence of the Court As the role requires a specific skill set, Magistrates Clerks are supported with initial training of 3 to 4 weeks at the Adelaide Magistrates Court followed by a period of at least 2 months (full-time) at the Port Augusta Magistrates Court . Clerks gain a diverse experience working across all jurisdictions within the Magistrates Court, including the Youth Court. You may wish to attend an open Court session at the Magistrates Court to see what the role of Magistrates Clerk entails - it's a fascinating opportunity to see how the Courts operate in real-time.

Multiple positions available at Port Augusta location of varying tenures, full-time and part-time (minimum 22.5 hrs per week).

What we’re looking for

• 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.

Remuneration and Career Progression Start at ASO3 and build towards ASO4. This role offers a clear opportunity for career progression. Successful applicants will commence at the ASO3 classification , with the opportunity to progress to ASO4 following a minimum of 12 months in the role and successful completion of a skills assessment process. This provides an opportunity to develop your skills and experience in the role, with progression to a higher classification and salary upon demonstrating the required competencies.

Special Conditions

• Initial contracts are for 12 months, with possible extensions.
• Appointment is dependent upon a current National Police Certificate 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.
• You will be required to undertake work related intra or interstate travel, which may require driving a motor vehicle and overnight absences.
• You may be required to work at any court sitting place in any jurisdiction of the Magistrates Court of Youth Court, or any business unit on a temporary or ongoing basis.
• Appointment is under the Courts Administration Act 1993 .
• Terms and Conditions of employment are governed by the Public Sector Act 2009 .

Remuneration and Career Progression

• ASO3: $74,095 - $78,694 per annum
• ASO4: $82,212 - $86,180 per annum

Enquiries: Katie Diasinas, Manager Judicial Officer [phone] Email Katie Diasinas