Executive Support Officer

The Executive Support Officer role provides high level executive support and assistance to the Chief Magistrate, Deputy Chief Magistrates, Regional Coordinating Magistrate for the South-West Queensland Region, Magistrates and the Manager within the Chief Magistrates Office

Queensland's court services are a crucial and fundamental cornerstone of civil society. As the Queensland courts undergo a period of transformation and reform, this position presents an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of these changes.

Across the state, Court Services Queensland (CSQ) employs over 1,000 skilled and dedicated staff, who work to deliver a range of services which support an independent judiciary and achieve quality outcomes for the community. Working closely with the judiciary will not only enhance your knowledge of the legal system but also provide a rewarding experience in contributing to the delivery of justice in Queensland.

The Executive Support Officer role provides high level executive support and assistance to the Chief Magistrate, Deputy Chief Magistrates, Regional Coordinating Magistrate for the South-West Queensland Region, Magistrates and the Manager in the Chief Magistrates Office. 

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the administrative functions associated with the Office of the Chief Magistrate to provide high quality, confidential administrative support including typing, diary management, organisation of meetings and booking accommodation and travel arrangements.
• Receive, and manage, telephone calls and approaches to the Regional Coordinating Magistrate and Magistrates.
• Maintain effective communication with the judiciary, executive management and staff at all levels and with external parties, and deal with sensitive and/or confidential information in a discretionary and professional manner.
• Assist with the organisation of official Court events and functions.
• Maintain the presence and professionalism of the Office of the Chief Magistrate through working as part of a dispersed team.
• Other duties allocated by the Manager of the Office of the Chief Magistrate.

Technical skills, abilities and cultural capability:

Managing workload or self-management

• Completes work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Performs well with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.
• Completes workload within established timeframes and adjusts priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.

Communication skills

• Manages rapid change or tough questions in conversation.
• Discusses a variety of job-related topics at short or no notice.
• Speaks effectively with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.

Cultural capability

• Contributes to workplace equity, diversity, respect and inclusion that enriches our culture of respect and inclusion.
• Behaves in an ethical, respectful and culturally sensitive manner.
• Has integrity and cultural sensitivity in decision-making.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference:  QLD/698162/26

Closing Date:  Wednesday, 2nd September 2026