Closes: 02 October 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 3

Salary: $78,755 - $84,284 plus superannuation

Position No: 67211, Several

Directorate: Justice and Community Safety

Advertised (Gazettal date): 18 September 2026

Contact Officer: Daniel Laundess on [email protected] or (02) 6207 5770

Details: Do you thrive in a rapid-paced environment? Take pride in delivering high-quality work with accuracy and attention to detail? Enjoy working with others to achieve a common goal?

If so, the ACT Courts and Tribunal want to hear from you.

The ACT Courts and Tribunal offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the administration of justice while building a rewarding career in a specialised administrative field. Our Registry Officers play an important role in supporting court and tribunal users, judicial officers, and tribunal members, helping ensure the efficient operation of proceedings and access to justice for the ACT community.

As a Registry Officer, you will work as part of a supportive and collaborative team, delivering high-quality administrative services in a busy environment. You will develop specialised knowledge, build valuable skills, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

We are seeking motivated individuals who:

- work effectively as part of a team
- demonstrate strong attention to detail
- can manage a high volume of work accurately and efficiently
- are adaptable, resilient, and eager to learn
- are committed to delivering excellent client service.

Successful applicants may be deployed across the organisation, including the Magistrates Court, Supreme Court, or the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT).

Whether you are looking to begin a career in the justice sector or bring your existing administrative experience to a meaningful role,



this is an opportunity to make a positive contribution to the ACT community while working alongside dedicated and professional colleagues.

Just a heads-up, this role may involve exposure to sensitive or potentially traumatic situations and material. We encourage you to speak with the contact officer to better understand what the role may involve. ACT Courts and Tribunal provides training, support services and workplace practices designed to help staff remain culturally aware, resilient and safe.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Notes: There are several permanent full-time positions available.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Due to the operational requirements, hybrid working arrangements are not suitable for this position.

How to apply: You will need to provide:

- a current curriculum vitae
- details of two referees (one of which must be your current supervisor/manager),
- a written response of no more than one page telling us:




- why you are interested in working at the ACT Courts and Tribunal; and
- how your skills, experience, and behaviours align with the following three behavioural capabilities, supported by relevant examples.

- Delivers Service - You have the ability to deliver high-quality service to stakeholders and can undertake tasks quickly and effectively, applying a high level of attention to detail. You ensure the service you deliver is in line with the organisation’s goals and objectives and considerate of stakeholder needs.
- Teamwork – You have the ability to work cooperatively with others and focus on achieving the best result for stakeholders. You share information and knowledge within the team to make teamwork and collaboration effective; and embrace individual and cultural differences by displaying courteous, respectful, and non-discriminatory behaviour.
- Resilience – You have the ability to work in a demanding and dynamic setting with challenging clients. You work well under pressure, managing unpredictable workloads and changing priorities. You are flexible and adaptable, willing to work across different teams as required, and communicate effectively when you need support with your work

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

📌 Registry Officer | Full-time Permanent (Canberra)
🏢 Justice and Community Safety
📍 Canberra