About us

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

In this role you will provide administrative support to the Magistrate and ensure that court protocols and procedures are followed. You must possess skills in communication, be customer focused and be able to work effectively in a small team environment.

The Clerk of the Court provides effective management of the non-judicial functions of the Court at Carnarvon and presides over a range of judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings. The position also provides support to the judiciary in the management of court sittings. The position holder may be required to work at any court within the region.

About you

The Carnarvon Court is looking to add an enthusiastic and committed person to their professional administrative team. To achieve success in this role, you will need to address the below Job Related Requirements:

• Shapes and Manages Strategy
• Achieve Results
• Builds Productive Relationships
• Exemplifies Personal Integrity and Self-Awareness
• Communicates and Influences Effectively

All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached JDF for further information about the job related requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

A current comprehensive Resume including the contact details of two referees and a statement addressing all the job related requirements contained in the Job Description Form.

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

To submit your application click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to growing the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce as a part of EEO Management Plan and its Aboriginal Workforce Development Strategy. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from a diverse field, people from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, young people and people with disability including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.

Further Information

If you would like further information on this opportunity please contact Steve Ford, Regional Manager Murchison on (08) 9921 3722 or stephen.ford@justice.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.