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Sworn uniformed Sheriff’s Officers have law enforcement, security and other court-related responsibilities under the direction and supervision of the Officer-in-Charge.
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Sworn uniformed Sheriff’s Officers have law enforcement, security and other court related responsibilities under the direction and supervision of the Officer-in-Charge.
The law enforcement duties include serving summonses and enforcing writs, warrants and orders issued out of the various courts. The security duties involve maintaining the security of court complexes and the safety of people attending these complexes.
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The necessary experience and qualities considered for the role include, being an Australian Citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia, hold a current Australian Driver’s License (P1 and above), hold a current First Aid certificate and be physically fit and mentally resilient.
Pre-employment checks are a critical part of the Sheriff's Officer recruitment process and includes criminal history and integrity checks, fingerprint check, physical and medical assessment, and other reference and conduct checks.
At times, the duties of a Sheriff’s Officer can be physical and may involve running, bending, lifting heavy objects and being able to navigate obstacles in tight spaces.
Sheriff’s Officers may also need to use self-defence and control/restraint techniques during a critical incident.
To make sure you can perform the role and functions of a Sheriff’s Officer, you will be required to undertake a medical and physical assessment.
The medical assessment is designed to assess your overall health and check if you have any medical conditions that may impede your ability to safely perform the duties of a Sheriff’s Officer. This can include testing your core, upper body, lower limb, grip and overall strength and mobility. As the role requires the use and correct interpretation of X-ray scanning technology and colour displays, normal colour vision is mandated and your colour vision will be assessed.
Mental resilience is also a requirement of the role as you can be regularly exposed to explicit information and footage relayed in court hearings including child and sexual assault matters.
It’s important to prepare for the fitness assessment well in advance as you may only have one opportunity to successfully complete it. You should aim to be fit enough to complete:
Working a 35-hour week, Monday to Friday (20x 8-hour shifts in a 28-day cycle) provides Sheriff's Officers the flexibility to thrive at work, home, and the community.
Sheriff's Officer recruits are required to successfully complete a 12-week induction program at the NSW Sheriff and Justice Academy, at the commencement of their employment. Recruits must also complete the Certificate III in Government within 12 months of becoming a sworn Sheriff's Officer.
Sheriff's Officers are required to wear uniforms and appointments which are supplied. Sheriff's Officers are expected to comply with the supplied dress manual in all areas. This includes requirements for piercings, facial hair and the covering of tattoos and body art.
06 Mar 2025
