Bailiffs (also known as Enforcement Officers) are appointed pursuant to section 3C of the Magistrates Court Act 1921 for the service and execution of process, judgments, and orders as authorised by a Magistrates Court.

You will be expected to serve or execute process in an expedient and timely manner. You will be subject to the lawful directions of the registrar or Court, and you will be responsible for ensuring that relevant policies and procedures in relation to the role are carried out.

Job details

The responsibilities of the role include:

• Serve documents or execute warrants issued by a Magistrates Court of Queensland in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures, and directions of the Court and Registrar of the Court. This includes:
  • service of documents on people or corporations at nominated addresses;
  • execution of enforcement warrants, which may involve the seizure of property and organising the sale of property at auction;
  • execution of enforcement hearing warrants, which may involve the apprehension of a person with assistance of police; and
  • bringing any necessary applications before the court (e.g. Enforcement Officer's Interpleader) to facilitate the service and execution of processes, judgments or orders according to law.
• In the case of served process, Bailiffs complete and return an Affidavit of Service to the Plaintiff or their representative.
• In the case of non-service of process, Bailiffs return the service copies to the Plaintiff or their representative, together with a signed Notice, stating the reason why the process has not been served. If required by the Court or Registrar, Bailiffs provide an Affidavit concerning the matters contained in their Notice.
• In the case of warrants, the Bailiff accesses and manages the warrant through QCase, including updating the system with enforcement actions taken and submitting enforcement officer reports.
• Serve documents, execute warrants, and return all returns and reports in a timely manner or as directed by the Registrar.
• Keep records (including receipts) and be accountable for monies received or expended as well as property seized in the performance of your duties as Bailiff.
• Engage appropriately and professionally at all times with stakeholders including the Queensland Police Service (QPS) in the execution of bailiff functions.
• Deal with persons reasonably, fairly, and with dignity and respect, including when negotiating contact times and places and when communicating by telephone and in person.
• Respond to persons and clients in a timely manner or as directed by the Registrar.
• Ensure that all functions are executed in a manner that promotes the values of the Court and contributes to the maintenance of public trust and confidence in the justice system.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

This role receives fees for services or functions performed as prescribed in the Uniform Civil Procedure (Fees) Regulation 2019.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 650873-25 - Role Description (Word, 395KB)
  
  
  650873-25-Applicant Information Guide (PDF, 356KB)