Department of JusticeOffice of the Director of Public Prosecutions Applications must be submitted by Sunday 10 November, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 3$72,605.00 to $78,481.00 per annum
Employment type:Permanent, full-time
Region:South
This position assists the Director of Public Prosecutions in the conduct and management of the business of the Criminal Division by providing high level administrative and clerical support to the Director, Crown Counsel and the Manager, Business Support. In particular, this position provides high level administrative and clerical support for the Solicitors Unit.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.
The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact listed at the end of this vacancy.
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Hours per fortnight73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
DutiesUndertake a wide range of clerical and administrative duties to support the efficient and effective delivery of services by the Director of Public Prosecutions including managing master lists, opening and closing files, archiving files, coordinating video links, assisting witnesses to complete witness expense claims, and binding documents.Co-ordinate the briefing of witnesses, their attendance at court and organise the availability of exhibits in court in support of criminal prosecutions.Compile, vet, and file documents such as indictments, subpoenas, Crown Papers and arrange service on defence counsel and defendant.Maintain database by ensuring timely and accurate data.Attend court as required in support of criminal prosecutions.Pre-employment ChecksThe Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Arson and fire settingViolent crimes and crimes against the personSex-related offencesDrug and alcohol related offencesCrimes involving dishonestyCrimes involving deceptionMaking false declarationsMalicious damage and destruction to propertySerious traffic offencesCrimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and JusticeCrimes against Executive or the Legislative PowerCrimes involving ConspiracyDisciplinary action in previous employment.QualificationsCertificate III or IV in Business Administration or Business (Legal Services).Application ProcessTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.
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Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
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Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr