Sheriff's Civil Officer

Department of Justice; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Western Australia seeks a Deputy Sheriff to serve documents and enforce civil court orders. This full-time role requires obtaining a National Security Clearance and maintaining a C Class Drivers Licence. Ideal candidates will exemplify personal integrity and strategic management. Join a dedicated team within the justice system to positively impact your community.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career pathway opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

Learning and development opportunity programs

Qualifications

• Successful applicants must obtain a Baseline Level National Security Clearance.
• Able to maintain a C Class Drivers Licence.
• Applicants should be Australian Citizens by the end of the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Serve documents and execute orders as a Deputy Sheriff.
• Perform enforcement activities on civil court orders.
• Maintain integrity and professionalism in duties.

Skills

Personal Integrity

Self-Awareness

Strategic Management

Results Orientation

Job description

Overview

Court and Tribunal Services

Salary: Level 3, $86,439 - $92,795 per annum plus 12% superannuation (PCSCAA 2025)

Position number: Pool Ref 219514

Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time

Location: Perth CBD

Closing date: 2025-10-09 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)

Attachments:

• Applicant Information Pack.pdf
• sheriff officer (civil enforcement) generic l3 june 2022.pdf

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This is a full time vacancy.

About Justice

When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

About The Role

The Sheriff’s Office has a specialised team that serves documents and conducts the enforcement of civil court orders issued out of the Magistrates, District, Supreme and Family Courts.

The team serves documents, summonses, overseas documents and performs enforcement activities such as Property (Seizure and Sale) Orders, Property (Seizure and Delivery) Orders and Warrants for Arrest.

This is a unique opportunity to join a committed frontline team and make a positive contribution to the West Australian justice system.

Eligibility

This position holder will be appointed as a Deputy Sheriff for the purpose of serving documents and executing orders on behalf of the Sheriff of Western Australia. It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining and maintaining a Baseline Level National Security Clearance and successfully completing a National Criminal History Check. The position holder will also be required to undergo and maintain a Western Australia Police Integrity Check.

Any applicants who are currently not an Australian Citizen must be aware that this is an essential requirement to fulfil this position. Whilst there is nothing to preclude applicants from applying for the position if they have not yet been granted Australian Citizenship, applicants who are successful should be aware that they cannot be appointed unless they have been granted Australian Citizenship prior to the completion of the selection process.

Other special requirements that apply to the position include maintaining a C Class Drivers Licence and intrastate travel may be required.

Benefits And Opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How To Apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We Require You To Submit

• Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
• A statement no more than three pages addressing the following job-related requirements:

Please provide examples to support your claims.

• Exemplifies Personal Integrity and Self-Awareness
• Shapes and Manages Strategy
• Achieves Results
• Contact details of two work related referees.

All remaining Job-Related Requirements and/or Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Pool Recruitment

This pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term and full time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Danielle Joyce, Team Leader Civil Enforcements on [phone] for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.

Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on [e-mail] or call [phone] for culturally appropriate application advice.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on [e-mail] or [phone] for a confidential discussion.

Submitting your application

Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk at [e-mail] or call 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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