Department of JusticeSupreme CourtNorthern Region
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 10 November, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 2
Salary: $64,821.00 to $69,764.00 pro rata, per annum ($42.23 per hour)
Employment type:Fixed-term, casual
Region:North
Location:Launceston
The objective of the position is to contribute to the Court by assisting in the provision of a secure court environment for judges, court employees, and court users.
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.
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Period of AppointmentFixed Term - 3 years (casual $42.23 per hour)
DutiesIn accordance with the Court Security Act 2017 and any other relevant legislation provide security services to the Supreme Court by:Screening people attending court and court premises including conducting screening and searches of personal effects.Removing people from courts and court premises in accordance with the statutory provisions and under direction from judicial and other authorised officers.Carrying out other duties as provided by the relevant statutory provisions and as directed by judicial and other authorised officers.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.Assessing 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.Provide support to the Sheriff's office including execution of writs, rules, orders, and warrants and assist with Juror administration as required.Provide administrative support to the Supreme Court Registries and act as Judge's Attendant as required.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 ChecksThe 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:
Arson and fire settingViolent crimes and crimes against the personSex-related offencesDrug and alcohol-related offencesCrimes involving dishonestyCrimes involving deceptionMaking false declarationsMalicious damage and destruction to propertySerious traffic offencesCrimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and JusticeCrimes against Executive or the Legislative PowerCrimes involving ConspiracyDisciplinary action in previous employment.Current Driver's Licence required.
Application ProcessTo 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 .
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