Ongoing and Temporary full-time roles
Sydney Metropolitan Region
Sheriff’s Award Sheriff’s Officer, Salary ($58,687 – $63,801), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. Please note that the first year salary for Probationary Sheriff’s is $53,642 (plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading) whilst undergoing mandatory training.

A great opportunity is presently available for individuals who are interested in working as a Sheriff at various Court locations within the Department of Justice. You will enjoy providing law enforcement, security and other court related responsibilities under the direction and supervision of the Officer-in-Charge.

Other court related duties you will be responsible for is providing support and ensuring the welfare of jurors and overseeing the day to day court room operations. In addition, working as a Sheriff’s Officer may require you to move between centres to meet work demands pending operational requirements.

We’re looking for someone who understands how to give direction and take direction as well as high integrity and enjoys taking initiative. You will also have strong communication skills (both written and verbal), enjoy working as part of a well-structured team and interested in developing a new career path.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in maintaining the security of court complexes and the safety of people attending these complexes.

Please note: Some of these roles are targeted for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

A copy of the Role Description and the Department of Justice Information for Applicants is attached for your information.

 Applying for the role:

To apply for this role you need to submit an application online via www.jobs.nsw.gov.au
 
When applying you will need to:

Answer the two pre-screening questions below– we are looking for you to demonstrate your competency in this focus capability.

·         Tell me about a decision that you have made that you knew might receive negative reactions. What happened?

·         Describe a situation where you were explaining a process and the other person did not understand. How did you handle that and what was the result?
Then:

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the 2 pre-screening questions and outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Part of the assessment process may include additional capability testing in accordance with the new Government Sector Employment Act 2013, therefore you may be contacted to participate.

Closing date: 12th of July 2015 (11.59pm)

An avenue to gain a greater sense of the role is to visit the Sheriff Officer at a local court. Locations can be found at Contact Office of the Sheriff

For any further enquiries contact:  sheriff.recruitment@agd.nsw.gov.au