- Location
- Katherine, Australia
- Sector
- Admin & Secretarial
- Salary
- $71,919.00 to $80,053.00 per annum
Criminal Administration Officer – Fixed Term (Katherine)
Support justice. Make a difference. Be part of something meaningful.
Location: Katherine
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Fixed Term End Date: 10 January 2028
Looking for a role where your work has a real purpose?
Join the North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) and play an important role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to access quality legal services across the Northern Territory.
NAAJA is a leading Aboriginal legal service with offices across Darwin, Palmerston, Katherine, Tennant Creek and Alice Springs. We are proud of our award-winning legal work and our commitment to justice, law reform, education and culturally safe services.
About the role
As a Criminal Administration Officer, you’ll be an essential part of our busy Criminal Law team, supporting lawyers to deliver high-quality and client-focused legal services.
This is a role for someone who enjoys people, variety and getting things done. No two days will look exactly the same. You’ll speak with clients, coordinate services, prepare court lists, manage important information and provide the practical support our lawyers need to deliver their work.
You’ll help make sure clients are connected with the right people and services, information is accurate and up to date, and the team is ready to support clients both in Katherine and across the NT.
What you’ll be doing
- Speaking with clients, primarily by telephone, to gather information and support communication with their lawyers
- Maintaining accurate and confidential client information and records
- Coordinating practical support for clients, including transport, accommodation and assessments
- Preparing court lists and organising files for duty lawyer and bush court services
- Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Criminal Law team
- Working collaboratively with lawyers and colleagues to ensure clients receive a responsive and culturally safe service
About you
You don’t need to have worked in a legal environment before. We’re looking for someone who is organised, approachable and genuinely enjoys helping people.
You’ll bring:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A friendly and professional approach to working with clients
- Good organisation and attention to detail
- Confidence using technology and learning new systems
- The ability to stay calm, focused and organised in a busy environment
- A genuine commitment to teamwork and quality client service
- Previous legal, administration or client service experience is desirable, but not essential
You’ll also need to be willing to obtain an Ochre Card and successfully complete a criminal history check.
Why work at NAAJA?
At NAAJA, your work contributes to something bigger.
You’ll join a passionate team working to improve access to justice and make a meaningful difference for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across the Northern Territory.
We offer:
- Competitive salary ($71,919.98 to $80,053.96)
- 6 weeks annual leave
- 3 weeks personal leave and additional leave benefits
- Up to $18,550 tax-free salary packaging
- Meaningful work with real community impact
- On-the-job training and ongoing professional development
- Opportunities to grow your skills and career
- A supportive team committed to excellence and cultural safety
Make a difference through the work you do.
If you’re organised, people-focused and looking for a role where your contribution genuinely matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Apply now and join NAAJA’s Criminal Law team.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Want to Support Justice Every Day? Apply now to be part of a team that’s changing lives across the Northern Territory.
Applications close: 26 October 2026