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How to start working in the Australian Justice System

Australia’s justice system is what keeps the country in order and allows its citizens to live peacefully. Working in the Australian Justice system provides you with the ability to make a difference and provide a positive contribution to your country through your work. Before you can seriously consider working in the Australian Justice System, however, you must know more about the Justice System and how it is configured so that you can get the kind of job that is best for your skills and abilities.


Fundamentals of the Australian Legal System


Australia’s Justice System is based on the common law system, which originated in the United Kingdom. This means that the decisions of judges in the legal system are made after taking into account previous decisions.

Within the Australian Legal System there are actually nine different legal systems: eight individual systems for the different states and territories, and one federal justice system. The High Court of Australia is responsible for the interpretation and application of laws that apply to the entire country. Other courts in the federal justice system include the Federal Court of Australia and the Federal Magistrates Court of Australia.

There are different types of cases tried in different types of courts depending on the nature of the case and the type of issues involved. For example, the Federal Magistrates Court covers family law, bankruptcy, unlawful discrimination, and trade practices. It shares many jurisdictions with the Family Court and the Federal Court.

Once you have an understanding of how the justice system works, you need to think about which specific area of the justice system you would like to work in. This process will help you get a better understanding of your specific abilities and interests, which will allow you to decide on the best justice system job for your personality.

Deciding on a Specific Type of Justice Job


Before working in the Australian Justice System, you must understand which specific area your talents will be best applied in. For example, if you’re looking to get some training in the legal department, you may have a chance at getting hired in the Attorney General’s office. If you prefer to work with those who have made mistakes, you may be able to find a job as a parole or probation officer. These types of justice employees are responsible for keeping an eye on those who are on probation or have been conditionally released from correctional institutions.

You also need to think about where you would like to work. When you are working in the Australian Justice System, you have a number of options. You can choose to work in a federal office in your area, which will be responsible for the laws for the entire country of Australia, or you can choose to work at a local state or territory office where you live. Although the jobs at these two different types of Australian Justice Systems will have their differences, there will also be some similarities. Try to keep your options open if you want to give yourself the best possible chance at working in the Australian Justice System.

 

Making Government Connections

As is the case with getting a job in almost any other field, if you are interested in successfully obtaining employment with any branch of the Australian government, it is important that you take steps to meet and connect with the people who may be able to assist you with finding a job. If you know someone in your social circle who has a job in the government already, talk to them about potential openings in their department or things that you may be able to do to better position yourself for working in the Australian Justice System.

You should also do everything that you can to attend events and conferences that have a strong government presence, especially events that are focused around hiring new people for government jobs. These events are important so that you can understand how the government looks for new employees, as well as get more familiar with the specific characteristics and traits that the various government agencies of Australia may be looking for in their candidates.

People have a desire to work for the justice system for many reasons: they may feel a strong sense of patriotism and loyalty towards their country, or perhaps they want to make a difference and create a better future. Whatever the case may be, it is important that you give yourself the best possible chance at getting the kind of job you want in the justice system so that you can make a positive impact in Australia.

If you would like to find out more about how to get certified for a career in business, check out our Diploma of Justice (22594VIC), or drop us a line for some help.

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