Looking for a role that’s dynamic, meaningful, and at the heart of the legal system? Discover the opportunities waiting for you at the District Court of Western Australia.
This is a temporary employment register. We are seeking to establish a pool of suitable applicants for contract opportunities and Case Management Officer positions at the District Court. There are a number of fixed-term vacancies available, ranging from three to twelve months.
About the District Court
Working at the District Court is an opportunity to contribute to the administration of justice in Western Australia. The District Court is the intermediate trial court in Western Australia. The District Court deals with serious criminal offences including serious assaults, sexual assaults, serious fraud and commercial theft, burglary and drug offences and determines civil claims.
About the role
Case Management Officer roles are entry level positions in the Court’s administration team. Based in the Perth CBD, Case Management Officers play a vital role in providing high-quality case management, customer service and procedural advice. Your work will have a direct impact on people’s experience with the justice system.
You’ll be trained across a broad range of tasks and may rotate between teams to support operational needs and your professional development. A typical day as a Case Management Officer involves attending to customer queries, reviewing court documents and data entry, and liaising with the judges, staff and parties to legal proceedings. You will work closely with supervisors to learn and apply legislative and policy requirements.
If you’re a conscientious person with high computer literacy and a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply. This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a complex, fast-paced and meaningful environment. Applicants must have the ability to learn to interpret and apply legislation, policies, and procedures.
Eligibility
When considering whether employment at the District Court is right for you, it is important to consider that the Court deals with serious criminal offences such as serious assaults and sexual assaults (including those against children), as well as robbery, criminal damage, serious fraud and commercial theft, burglary, and drug offences. In the course of their duties, staff will encounter materials (including but not limited to photographs, videos, written statements, and oral evidence) associated with these charges. This material may be confronting and/or distressing. The Court is committed to reducing exposure to these materials for staff wherever possible, and the Department of Justice offers employee assistance services and resources to support staff.
All employees are required to undergo a National Criminal History check. For appointment to the position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia as defined by the Commonwealth Immigration Act (if not currently held, must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant’s expense).
What is a Temporary Employment Register?
The Temporary Employment Register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for short-term full-time opportunities.
This register is actively monitored by Hiring Managers to match applicants to available opportunities as they arise.
The benefit of applying through the temporary employment register is that you can gain valuable on the job experience which may lead to a long-term contract or permanency once you apply for a formal recruitment process as opportunities become available.
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.
- Learning and development opportunities for law students or recent graduates.
- Four weeks annual leave, time in lieu, and the possibility of work-related travel to regional locations.
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.
- Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
After lodging your application, you may be asked to attend an informal interview if a suitable vacancy arises.
Please be aware that there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made whilst your application remains on the register.
If you are interested in permanent of long-term contract positions, you will need to apply separately for one of our Customer Service Officer pools which are advertised multiple times per year on Jobs WA.
For Further Job Related Information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Jordan Pearce, Manager Court Services via email at [email protected].
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 [email protected] or call (08) 9264 1700 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 ‘For Further Job Related Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on [email protected] or (08) 9264 1700 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 [email protected] on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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