This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Coffs Harbour | Full-time | Fixed-term/contract until June 2025 Exciting opportunity to join our growing Criminal Law Practice Career and professional development opportunities Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximise take-home pay Primary Purpose of the role The primary responsibility of the Administration Officer, Criminal Law Practice is to assist in the delivery of high-quality legal support services to Aboriginal clients. Why join the ALS team? At the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) you can make an impact. You will join a strong movement fighting for social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities. Our focus is our people: the people we support and the people we employ. We offer a career you can be proud of and a place where you feel safe to be yourself. We invest in our people and appreciate the rich diversity of lived experiences, languages, and culture. Born out of a protest movement over 50 years ago, the ALS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW and the ACT. It's an exciting time to be joining us. We recently received additional funding to deliver a range of new programs aimed at addressing systemic issues and driving structural reforms. This is creating significant opportunities for the ALS, our staff and communities. As well as the satisfaction of working in a job that really matters, we offer our staff benefits including: Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximise take-home pay Annual leave loading of 17.5% Career and professional development opportunities Access to personal counselling for you and your family Additional paid leave of up to 6 days per year, paid parental and study leave Flexible work options – talk to us about how we can make this role work for you About you The position holder will be responsible to: Manage the reception area Operate the office phone system between the hours of 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Provide secretarial support services to Criminal Law Solicitors Organisation of client files for the next week's court dates Input of statistical data into CMS database Liaise with professionals including police, public defenders, solicitors, court staff, corrective services, and other stakeholders Pre-employment requirements ALS is committed to implementing safe recruitment practices. Your application may be subject to pre-employment checks such as reference checks, Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check, right to work in Australia, COVID-19 vaccinations and National Police History check. If you have any enquiries or would like to discuss the role, please contact our recruitment team ****** I identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander I consent to receiving occasional updates from the ALS We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and travel. We pay our respects to Elders both past and present and acknowledge the contribution and sacrifices our Elders have made to better our community and future. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this site contains names and images of people who have passed away. #J-18808-Ljbffr
