Our roles
A diverse range of roles come together to support the pursuit of justice in Queensland. Whether you're drawn to legal research, courtroom advocacy, policy work, or supporting people through the justice system, our roles are flexible, dynamic, and grounded in real-world impact.
Each of our teams plays a unique part in strengthening community safety and upholding the rights of Queenslanders through a fair and accessible justice system.
Court services officer
Court services officers help courts run smoothly. They work with the public, support courtrooms, and complete important paperwork. This is a busy job that suits people who are organised, calm, and good with people.
Who makes a good court services officer?
- Good at talking with people and working in a team
- Comfortable helping the public and working in a courtroom
- Can stay calm and focused when things get busy
- Shows respect and care for people from all backgrounds
What do they do?
- Help court users at the counter, on the phone, or in court
- Set up courtrooms and help during hearings
- Follow steps and rules to keep accurate records
- Work well with judges, other staff, and the public
Who suits this role?
If you like helping people, staying busy, and supporting your community, this could be the job for you.
Investigations officers
Our investigations officers help keep Queensland’s liquor and gaming industries honest, fair and financially sound. Working as part of a close-knit team, they check whether individuals and businesses applying to work in these industries are suitable and ready to meet the rules. The work you do helps protect the community and keep the system fair.
Who makes a good investigations officer?
- Interest in investigations, law, or financial analysis
- Good attention to detail
- Strong written communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What do they do?
- Investigate whether people or organisations are suitable to hold liquor or gaming licences
- Review financial information and assess stability and honesty
- Write clear reports and memos that help others make decisions
- Help with major investigations and procurement processes
- Check that business agreements are suitable for a regulated environment
Who suits this role?
If you're curious, enjoy solving problems, and want to help keep Queenslanders safe.
Legal officers
Legal officers are our lawyers who shape Queensland’s laws and policies. They give legal and policy advice, help write legislation, and support government decision-making. These roles are perfect for lawyers who want to use their skills to improve the justice system.
Who makes a good legal officer?
- A degree in law
- Strong writing and legal research skills
- Interest in justice policy and law reform
- Good communication and teamwork
What do you do?
- Research legal and policy issues in the justice system
- Help develop new laws and write legal documents
- Provide advice to government on legal matters
- Prepare briefings, reports, and legal correspondence
Who suits this role?
If you’ve studied law and want to help improve laws and justice policies in Queensland, this could be the role for you.
Licensing officers
Licensing officers help keep Queensland communities safe by making sure people and businesses follow liquor and gaming laws. They assess applications for licences and approvals, provide advice, and make decisions that support safe and responsible industry practices.
Who makes a good licensing officer?
- Strong reading, writing and problem-solving skills
- Good understanding of laws, policies or procedures
- Attention to detail and good judgement
- Strong customer service and communication skills
What do they do?
- Assess liquor and gaming licence applications
- Review high-risk or complex applications
- Prepare reports, memos and correspondence
- Provide advice to the public, industry and other government teams
- Work closely with local councils, police and other stakeholders
- Help improve processes and support fair decision-making
Who suits this role?
If you like working with legislation, enjoy solving problems, and want to support safe and vibrant Queensland communities, this could be the role for you.
Policy officer
Policy officers help improve the justice system by creating and reviewing policies that make things fairer and more accessible for all Queenslanders. They research important issues, talk to stakeholders, and give clear advice to support government decisions.
Who makes a good policy officer
- Good at researching, writing, and solving problems
- Can explain complex ideas in a simple way
- Understands how government works
- Works well with others
What do they do?
- Research issues and review data to find solutions
- Write reports, briefs, and advice for decision-makers
- Help plan and improve justice programs and services
- Work with teams, other departments, and communities
Who suits this role?
If you enjoy solving problems, thinking about big issues, and writing clear advice that helps people, this could be the role for you.
Registrars
Registrars lead the daily operations of Queensland’s busy courts. They manage staff, support court hearings, and ensure services run smoothly and fairly. It’s a unique and flexible role that combines leadership, service delivery, and justice responsibilities, all with a focus on safety, access to justice, and helping the community.
Who makes a good registrar
- Good leadership and organisation skills
- Calm and respectful in a fast-paced environment
- Good understanding of court processes
- Clear and professional communication
What do they do
- Lead and support registry staff and daily operations
- Help manage court hearings and courtrooms
- Make sure services meet the needs of court users
- Follow procedures, and support judicial officers
- Build strong working relationships with court users and partners
Who suits this role?
If you enjoy leading teams, keeping things running behind the scenes, and playing a hands-on role in supporting justice and safety across Queensland, this could be the role for you.