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Job Title


Judicial Administration Officer


Company : Public Defence Service - New Zealand


Location : Wellington, South Australia


Created : 2025-10-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Judicial Administration Officer - Permanent Full Time We invite applications for the position of Administration Officer. This is an incredible opportunity to join our awesome collaborative team, providing direct support to members of the District Court judiciary. This varied role will provide the successful candidate with the next step in their career in a collaborative, values-driven environment. We are looking for an administration officer who is confident, proactive, remains calm under pressure and has a warm personality. You will have excellent communication and writing skills and strong interpersonal skills; be IT savvy and able to work efficiently, managing competing priorities daily. The role may require occasional after-hours work. A cando positive attitude with discretion and sound judgement are a must. Nimbleness is also essential. The successful candidate will work closely with the Judicial Administrator to the Chief District Court Judge, and the Executive Assistants to the Chief District Court Judge, Principal Family Court Judge, Principal Youth Court Judge and National Executive Judge. This is a fulltime permanent position based in central Wellington. We are a small office that delivers essential support for the important work of the District Court. In This Role, You Will Be Required To provide administrative support relating to expenses, travel, and general account keeping on a share basis. This will involve regular phone/email contact with District Court Judges and Personal Assistants provide professional and courteous reception and telephonist services on a shared basis provide some secretariat support such as minute taking and meeting organisation provide day to day support to the Judicial Administrator to the Chief District Court Judge Pkenga/Skills And Experience Excellent interpersonal and communication/listening skills Previous experience in office management practices including: Reception management Accurate data entry skills Secretariat skills High standard of discretion Problem solving skills Ability to work both collaboratively and individually Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office suite, Excel or similar financial management software M Mtou/About Us At Te Th o te Ture the Ministry of Justice, were committed to strengthening peoples trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand. The District Court is the largest court in Australasia. Most New Zealanders who go to court will go through the entire justice process in the District Court. Joining Te Th o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. Ng painga o tnei whi mahi/Whats great about working here We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. See our full range of benefits here. We Will Also Offer You A challenging and interesting environment A collaborative and supportive team culture where you will interact with a range of people, both within the Justice Sector and with external stakeholders, including members of the judiciary and senior managers A focus on your professional development Utu -tau/Salary The appointing salary for this role will be between $55,343 and $74,416 based on skills and experience. Tono mai/Apply To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter. Applications close on Wednesday 5th November; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Fulltime Job function Administrative Industries Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr