Executive Officer to the Chief Justice
- Support the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court in administrative and strategic functions.
- Manage competing priorities with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Build effective relationships with judiciary, senior leaders, and external stakeholders.
Courts Administration Authority
Job reference: 854941
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the CAA
The Courts Administration Authority (CAA) is a unique and independent organisation at the heart of South Australia's justice system. Established under the Courts Administration Act 1993, the CAA provides the administrative services, expertise and infrastructure that enable the state's courts to operate effectively and efficiently. The CAA supports the Supreme Court, District Court, Environment, Resources and Development Court, Youth Court, Magistrates Court and Coroner's Court.
The CAA's vision is to strengthen public trust in the justice system through exceptional court services. We are committed to delivering high-quality, accessible and responsive services that support our courts and meet the evolving needs of the community. Every member of our organisation contributes to this purpose by helping ensure the fair, efficient and effective administration of justice.
About the role
This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to work at the highest levels of the South Australian justice system.
As the Executive Officer to the Chief Justice, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, ensuring the effective operation of chambers and providing high-level executive, administrative and strategic support across a broad range of responsibilities. You will be a trusted adviser and key point of coordination, working closely with the judiciary, senior leaders, government agencies, the legal profession and other stakeholders.
Selection Criteria:
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of competing priorities with excellent organisational skills, sound judgement and strong attention to detail.
- Proven experience providing high level executive and administrative support to a senior executive, judicial officer or equivalent.
- Highly developed skills in the preparation of accurate, professional correspondence and documents, supported by strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and administrative systems.
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to identify, develop and implement improvements to administrative systems, processes and service delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships, including with judicial officers, senior leaders, court staff and external stakeholders.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise confidently and appropriately with senior executives, government agencies, the legal profession and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of discretion, confidentiality and professionalism in the management of sensitive matters.
- Demonstrated commitment to high quality service delivery, teamwork, continuous improvement, equity, and effective information and knowledge management.
- Demonstrated understanding of judicial and court processes and functions.
Desirable
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in using Electronic Court Management System (ECMS) and Objective.
Special Conditions:
- Appointment is under the Courts Administration Act 1993. Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the Public Sector Act 2009.
- Appointment is subject to a current National Police Certificate that the Courts Administration Authority considers satisfactory.
- As a justice agency the CAA may receive details of spent convictions as part of any Criminal History Screening and use this information in the selection process.
- Intrastate travel may be required.
Enquiries:
Brette Schumann, Principal Registrar and Director Higher Courts
Email: "> enquiries.hcregistrar@courts.sa.gov.au
Additional Information:
All applications must be submitted online through IWorkforSA. Refer to the CAA Applicant Kit and attach your resume and cover letter as a single document.
The CAA is committed to creating a workforce which reflects the wider community, as well as providing a working environment which embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals across diverse community groups and are committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace. People with a disability are encouraged to apply.
For further information about the CAA please visit the CAA website
Applications close: 17/09/2026 12:00 PM
Attachments:
- ASO6 - EO to the Chief Justice - Job Profile - August 2026.pdf
- CAA Applicant Kit 2023.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration-Form-.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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