Security Manager (375860) - Magistrates Court

We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.

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Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available. 

Duties

• Manage and implement security services at the Courts by:

• Ensuring Court contracted Security Officers meet the operational daily needs of the Courts by effectively managing a State-wide security team.
• Managing the on-going development and execution of appropriate security plans to ensure the safety and security of all Magistrates, Court staff, users of the Courts and the public.
• Undertake annual security risk assessments of the Courts to mitigate risks, hazards and threats.
• Coordinating the appointments of Security Officers, Supervisors and Managers under the Court Security Act 2017, and ensuring compliance and KPIs are met by contracted staff.
• Operate and oversee management of the Court’s CCTV systems and other operational equipment.
• Plan and coordinate all routine building security maintenance around the operational requirements of the Courts.
• Plan and coordinate the strategic and operational improvements related to security services in the Courts as required due to relevant legislative changes.
• Develop, implement, manage and review Security Operational Procedures (SOP) as required and provide authoritative advice and input regarding the development and management of Court Security policies.
• Investigate security incidents and ensure recommended actions are completed and/or referred for formal reporting.
• Facilitate regular meetings with state-wide Court managers, security supervisors and the security contractor to discuss operational requirements, training and general service issues.
• Engage with relevant external stakeholders including other jurisdictions to improve security services provided to the Courts.
• The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications, and experience normally expected from persons occupying jobs at this classification level.

Desirable Requirements

• Knowledge and expertise consistent with qualifications relevant to the position.
• Current drivers licence.

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.

The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Pre-employment (National Police Record) checks for: Arson and fire setting, violent crimes and crimes against the person, sex-related offences, drug and alcohol related offences, crimes involving dishonesty, deception and/or conspiracy, making false declarations, malicious damage and destruction to property, serious traffic offences, crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice, Executive or the Legislative Power.
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment.
3. Identification check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 Statement of Duties (375860) Security Manager - March 2026.docx

 Statement of Duties (375860) Security Manager - March 2026.pdf

 Information for applicants (Magistrates Court of Tasmania).docx