We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

The Federal Court of Australia Entity is committed to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representation across our workforce and creating a culturally safe, inclusive and supportive workplace.

We invite Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to register their interest in employment opportunities across the Federal Court of Australia (FCA), the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA), and the National Native Title Tribunal (NNTT).

This register will be used to fill a range of vacancies, both ongoing and non-ongoing, across classifications from APS Level 2 through to Executive Level 2 (EL2) in locations throughout Australia.

The Federal Court of Australia Entity may fill vacancies using the Affirmative Measure - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment provision under section 31 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner’s Directions 2022. This affirmative measure enables agencies to recruit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to identified positions to improve First Nations representation in the APS.

Why join us?

The Federal Court of Australia Entity plays an important role in Australia's justice system and is committed to advancing reconciliation through its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan and broader initiatives that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and communities.

Opportunities may be available in areas including:

Federal Court, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia

- Registrars




- Legal Case Managers
- Associates
- Executive Assistants
- Indigenous Family Law Liaison Officers
- Client Service Officers
- Court Officers
- Court Child Experts (psychologists and social workers)

National Native Title Tribunal

- Legal Support
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Geospatial Services
- Future Acts
- Applications and Registrations
- Support and Special Projects

Corporate Services

- People and Culture
- Finance
- Information Technology
- Communications
- Property and Procurement
- Information Management
- Security
- Library Services
- Risk Management

How the Register Works

Your application will remain active until 31 December 2026. Applications will not be automatically carried forward beyond this date. If you wish to remain on the register after 31 December 2026, you will need to submit a current application to the First Nations Temporary Employment Register 2027.

As vacancies arise, hiring areas may review applications to identify candidates whose skills, qualifications and experience align with available opportunities. Inclusion on the register does not guarantee an offer of employment.

You may update or withdraw your application at any time.

Only applicants whose skills and experience match a vacancy will be contacted.





How to Apply To apply please complete the application form on the Courts Careers Page.

As part of your application you will be asked to:

- Indicate the classification level(s) of interest from APS 2 to EL2.
- Nominate your preferred work location(s).
- Upload a current résumé or CV.
- Provide referee details.
- Advise of any reasonable adjustments required during the recruitment process.

To be eligible for opportunities filled under the Affirmative Measure - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment provision, applicants must:

- be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; and
- identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; and
- be accepted by their community as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Applicants will be required to provide confirmation of heritage if they are being considered for a vacancy filled under the affirmative measure provisions.

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Suitable evidence includes

- a letter signed by the Chairperson of an incorporated Indigenous organisation confirming that the applicant is recognised as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, or
- a confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent document executed by an Indigenous organisation.

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See Confirmation of heritage

Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:

- Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship.
- Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment.

📌 First Nations Temporary Employment Register 2026 (Australian Capital Territory)
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