Sheriff’s Officer

Employer: Attorney‑General’s Department – Supreme Court Registry

Designation: Administrative Officer 3

Salary: $68,776 – $73,898

Location: Alice Springs

Job Type: Full‑Time, Ongoing

Closing Date: 25/06/2026

Contact Officer: Karen Doherty – 08 8951 5727 / karen.doherty@nt.gov.au

Responsibilities/Roles:

• Perform court duties (open/close court, swear witnesses, manage AV equipment).
• Assist Sheriff with jury empanelment and escort.
• Enter data into court systems and assist at public counter.
• Provide assistance to public, police, and legal practitioners.
• General duties as directed by Sheriff/Deputy Sheriff.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Knowledge of court practices, procedures, legislation.
• Ability to work unsupervised in sensitive environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Experience with databases, office software, and AV equipment.
• Desirable: Current Senior First Aid Certificate.

COUNTRY: Australia

• Perform court duties (open/close court, swear witnesses, manage AV equipment).
• Assist Sheriff with jury empanelment and escort.
• Enter data into court systems and assist at public counter.
• Provide assistance to public, police, and legal practitioners.
• General duties as directed by Sheriff/Deputy Sheriff.

• Knowledge of court practices, procedures, legislation.
• Ability to work unsupervised in sensitive environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Experience with databases, office software, and AV equipment.

• Knowledge of court practices, procedures, legislation.
• Ability to work unsupervised in sensitive environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Experience with databases, office software, and AV equipment.
• Desirable: Current Senior First Aid Certificate.