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Court Bailiff Or Sheriff

OSCA 521232·ANZSCO 599212

Employed

680

Part-time share

21.2%

Female share

33.7%

Median age

49 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Court Bailiff Or Sheriff is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Court Operations and Certificate IV in Court Operations.

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About this career

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

What they typically do

  • 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

Where they work

Public Administration and Safety

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
37.8%
SA
22%
VIC
20.1%
QLD
7.4%
WA
6.1%
NT
3.1%
ACT
2%
TAS
1.9%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Court Bailiff Or Sheriff.