Company description:

Department of Communities and Justice

Job description:

• Located in Moree. This recruitment is specifically for Moree and does not apply to other locations.
• Ongoing Full-Time (35 HPW)
• Base Salary ($106,979.00), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

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• Relocation expenses up to $10,000
• Additional remote area leave entitlement - 5 days per year
• Remote Area/Living allowance of up to maximum $2,175 pa (in accordance with section 39 of the Crown Employees (Public Service Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009)

Your role

The Senior Sergeant provides daily supervisory and administrative services to meet legal requirements and deliver high-quality, professional services to clients. This includes managing court processes, overseeing jurors, and ensuring court security.

As a Senior Sergeant you may act as Officer-in-Charge (OIC) or Second-in-Charge (2IC), supervising a small team, including Sheriff's Officers and effectively allocating resources to meet the operational needs of the Sheriff's Office.

One out location with assistance of other Sheriff's when court commitments increase. Willingness to travel to other courts within the Moree circuit on a weekly basis.

What you'll do

• Supervise, mentor, and support team members in their duties, contributing to team development.
• Allocate resources to ensure efficient court operations and maintain the safety and security of court complexes and users.
• Perform law enforcement duties in accordance with relevant laws, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain records to meet financial and operational guidelines and ensure the Centre's roster is up-to-date and visible.
• Provide high-quality services to court users, including judicial officers and jurors.
• Build and maintain relationships with court stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Regional Commander and other OICs to provide assistance at other locations during resource shortages or high-risk operations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of initiatives to improve work practices.
• This is a one out OIC Sheriff location. Candidate must be able to work autonomously, seek assistance/advice when required. Effectively de-escalate volatile situations and have high level written skills for report writing.

What we're looking for

These responsibilities are crucial for ensuring smooth operations and effective client management in a dynamic and potentially high-pressure environment.

• Demonstrate Professionalism and Empathy: Stay calm and professional in high-pressure situations, ensuring effective resolution of incidents.
• Strategic Planning and Resource Management: Effective Planning; Develop and implement strategic plans to manage daily tasks and responsibilities.
• Adaptability: Quickly adjust to working in different jurisdictions amongst be flexible and open to changes in work environments and procedures.

Note: You will be required to travel to other courts within the Moree circuit. Boggabilla, Glen Innes, Inverell

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You will also possess:

• Ability to meet the physical capability and tactical training requirements to be sworn in as a Sheriff's Officer
• Good understanding of legal principles and processes and the NSW court system.
• Proven experience in the development of operational policies & procedures.
• Willingness and ability to attain relevant skills and knowledge as required.

To learn more about the physical requirements of the role, please visit - Sheriff's Officer Careers

Appointments are subject to the following licences/clearances (where applicable):

• Current NSW Driver Licence
• National Criminal Record Checking (fingerprint check)
• Referee Checks
• Current First Aid certificate
• Pre-employment medical

The appointed Sergeant may also be subject to the following training at the Sheriff's Academy in Parramatta:

• The Sheriff's Officer Training Program
• Sergeant Promotion Program

External applicants may also be subject to a 12-month probationary period.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career

• Flexible, autonomous work environment

• Competitive pay and conditions

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia's top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

Applications close Thursday, 17 July 2025 (11:59pm AEST).

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Andrew Buteaux | Regional Commander Assistant Sheriff on 02 49212322 or via [email protected]

If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please contact Paola Pina via [email protected]

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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