Location: Greater Sydney Metropolitan Area
Temporary Full Time: for up to 12 months with possibility of conversion to ongoing
Salary: $129,331 - $139,787 + Super and Annual Leave Loading
Your RoleThe primary purpose of the role is to undertake mediation and conciliation conferences in the care and protection jurisdiction of the Children's Court. You will conduct call-overs and determine other procedural applications in the Court's care and protection jurisdiction. Roles are based at either the Surry Hills Children's Court or Parramatta Children's Court.
What You'll DoUndertake mediation and conciliation conferences to ensure that disadvantaged families are better able to participate in court proceedings and decisions relating to their children.Exercise the quasi-legal functions of a Children's Registrar in accordance with relevant legislation, court rules and directions of the President of the Children's Court including the conduct of call-overs.Work collaboratively with judicial officers, the Senior Children's Registrar, and other Children's Registrars to assist the Children's Court to manage its caseload effectively.Contribute to practice improvement, policy reform and education for a range of stakeholders. What We're Looking ForLegal qualifications and extensive post admission experience as a lawyer in NSW in the care and protection and/or criminal jurisdiction.Ability to preside in Court and make decisions on procedural issues in accordance with the law and the practice of the Children's Court.Proven experience and training in the conduct of alternative dispute resolution conference and mediation with ability to conduct conciliation and mediation conferences and manage inherent power imbalances between the parties.Sound knowledge and understanding of the Children's Court jurisdiction including a thorough understanding of the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998, legislation relating to the Children's Court's criminal, compulsory schooling and apprehended violence jurisdictions.We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and experiences of all individuals. Essential RequirementsAustralian lawyer (a person who has legal qualifications and is admitted or immediately eligible for admission to the legal profession under the Legal Profession Act 2004 (NSW) or a corresponding law).Ability to preside in Court and make decisions on procedural issues in accordance with the law and the practice of the Children's Court.Regional travel is required in this role. What We OfferA challenging and rewarding career.Flexible, autonomous work environment.Competitive pay and conditions.Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. Application ProcessClick apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role. Applications close: 11:59pm AEDST – Thursday, 31 October 2024.
Contact InformationFor more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the Senior Children's Registrar via email – ******
If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact ******.
Inclusion and DiversityWe continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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