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 working in the South West of Western Australia, we have an exciting opportunity for you to consider as the Clerk of the Court Narrogin.

The Clerk of the 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 position also provides support to the judiciary in the effective case management of court sittings.

The position also:

• Provides support to the judiciary in the effective case management of court sittings.
• Ensures appropriate resources are allocated and managed to meet the needs of customers.
• Provides advice on registry practices and procedures to all client groups.
• Administers and manages the human resources for the Court including the building of effective teams.
• Is responsible for recruitment, selection, performance management, succession and training and development of staff.

The incumbent may be required to perform relieving duties in other positions.

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for a candidate who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

Effective Communication - Able to communicate clearly, professionally and confidently in both verbal and written formats. Demonstrates strong listening skills, seeks clarification to ensure understanding, adapts communication to different audiences, and fosters constructive dialogue with a range of stakeholders.

Problem Solving and Decision Making - Able to analyse information from multiple sources, identify priorities and risks, and apply sound judgement to support effective decision making. Contributes to planning activities, anticipates potential issues, and develops practical solutions to meet business objectives.

Building Productive Relationships - Develops and maintains positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders. Actively contributes to team success through information sharing, respectful engagement, valuing diverse perspectives, and responding positively to feedback.

Achieve Results - Demonstrates the ability to manage workloads, meet deadlines and achieve agreed outcomes. Shows initiative in developing knowledge and skills, adapts to changing priorities, and maintains a focus on delivering high-quality, customer-focused results.

Integrity and Professional Conduct - Demonstrates honesty, accountability and sound ethical judgement in all aspects of their work. Takes responsibility for actions and decisions, values accuracy in information and advice, learns from mistakes, and seeks guidance when required to ensure appropriate outcomes.

Practical experience in the operation of court practices and procedures.

Eligibility

To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

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:

1. A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
2. Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, one (1) of whom should be your current or most recent supervisor where possible.
3. A statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing the below Suitability Requirements as listed in the section above. Please provide examples to support your claims.

• Achieve Results
• Building Productive Relationships
• Practical experience in the operation of court practices and procedures.

The remaining Suitability Requirements listed in the section above will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Narrogin Courthouse during this period.

For Further Job Related Information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Samuel Fear, Regional Manager South West/Great Southern on (08) 9781 4*** for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link. 

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email ***************@justice.wa.gov.au. 

Submitting your application

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 ************@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 *** for assistance.

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