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Occupation

521232 Court Bailiff or Sheriff (Aus) / Court Collections Officer (NZ)

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

521232 Court Bailiff or Sheriff (Aus) / Court Collections Officer (NZ)

Implements court orders, and serves legal orders and summonses as an officer of the court.

Specialisation

  • Sheriff's Officer (Aus)

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Conducts investigations to locate individuals involved in court cases, and serves them with legal documents, such as summonses and subpoenas
  • Prepares and maintains accurate records of served documents and executed court orders
  • Collaborates with law enforcement for safe execution of court orders
  • Conducts property seizures and evictions as directed by court orders
  • Escorts prisoners to and from courtrooms and detention facilities
  • Maintains order and security in courtrooms
  • Provides testimony in court regarding the execution of court orders and served documents
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