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Team Leader, Court Operations - Youth Justice


Company : NSW Department of Communities and Justice


Location : Penrith, New South Wales


Created : 2025-03-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertTeam Leader, Court Operations - Youth JusticeDivision: Northern CPPYJLocation: St Marys, NSW, AU, 2760Team Leader, Court Operations - Youth JusticeOngoing, Full-TimeLocation: St MarysClerk Grade 7/8, Salary ($110,266 - $122,058 pa), plus employer''s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingThis is a targeted recruitment. While all applicants are welcome, preference will be given to candidates who meet the established standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.Your roleManage, direct and roster the work of a team providing direct appropriate care and custody of detainees appearing at various courts and the safety of staff during detainee movements.What youll doBuild and manage a strong, cohesive team responsible for efficient and effective detainee movements and court supervision across the Sydney metropolitan area, including coordination of the daily roster, equitable distribution of work and ensuring the ongoing development and performance of staff.Supervise the operational court logistics at relevant Childrens Courts, visit other court locations as required to supervise staff and liaise with centre staff regarding advice and information on detainee movements, security issues, and occupational health and safety.Provide timely information on available resources to assist with critical incident management.Undertake a range of administrative requirements including maintaining systems and report writing.Conduct regular inventory of all equipment across court and vehicle locations and ensure expedient repair/replacement, including checking and maintenance of vehicle fleet, safety and protective equipment, handcuff and instruments of restraint register in compliance with the Prohibited Weapons Act.Review, implement and train staff on Standard Operating Procedures for Court Logistics and Emergency Response procedures.Manage and coordinate data entered into CIMS, ensuring the quality and integrity of the information entered.On a rotating basis with the Court Supervisor Parramatta, provide supervision of Parramatta Court and other staff attending Parramatta over an extended day period from 7am to 5pm.What were looking forPossession of, or enrolled in a Provide First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003)A current Drivers licenceCurrent NSW Working with Children Check clearanceAppointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/clearances:National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the Apply now button.We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.What We OfferWe offer a variety of benefits, including:A challenging and rewarding careerFlexible, autonomous work environmentCompetitive pay and conditionsTraining and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilitiesHealth & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.We do work that really mattersWorking 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. Its work that really matters.Click apply. You will need to attach an up-to-date rsum (maximum five pages) and a cover letter (maximum three pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role and answer the two targeted questions below:The Team Leader, Court Operations role leads teams who are supporting Aboriginal Young People at Court. Aboriginal Young People are overrepresented in Custody and Closing The Gap is an integral part of the work. Please describe your ability to be culturally responsive to Youth Justice Clients. What does this look like?Describe a time in your recent work career where you were challenged, how did you meet that challenge, how did you resolve the challenge and what did you learn from that experience?Applications close 30 March 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.For more information about the role or what its like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager James English - Senior Manager, Court Logistics, Classification & Security (CLCS) on 0410 328 466 or via james.english@dcj.nsw.gov.auIf youve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please call Lisa Smith on 0456 199 105 or via lisa.smith3@dcj.nsw.gov.auInclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruitWe 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.A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr