Clerk of the Court

This is a permanent, full time vacancy.

ABOUT THE ROLE

If you have an interest in working within the justice system and are keen to work in the Kimberley region of the State, we have an exciting opportunity for you to consider as the Clerk of the Court, Derby.

The Clerk of Court is responsible for assisting with the effective management of the non-judicial functions of the Court and presides over a range of judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• Ensure appropriate resources are allocated and managed to meet the needs of customers.
• Provide support services to the management team and magistrates to achieve customer service outcomes.
• Deal with more difficult client enquiries and correspondence in relation to the registry and liaise with court users to ensure the provision of timely, accurate and detailed level of service to customers.
• From time to time the incumbent may be required to perform relieving duties in other positions.

BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
• You may be eligible for WA Governments one-off regional incentive payment of up to $7,884 (subject to eligibility).

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.

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.

For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.

We require you to submit:

1. A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two (2) referees and;
2. A statement no more than four (4) pages addressing the following Job Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria.
   Please provide examples to support your claims.

• Shapes and Manages Strategy
• Achieve Results
• Builds Productive Relationships
• Demonstrated experience in the operation of Court practices and procedures
• Experience in the interpretation and application of procedural law

All remaining Job Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

EQUITY AND DIVERSITY

The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17***for culturally appropriate application advice.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17***to for a confidential discussion.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.

FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION

If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Vidiyan Ravindran on (08) 9192 1*** 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 on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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