Purpose of position
The Associate is part of a small team assisting a Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. The role of the Associate is to manage chambers, provide general administrative support to the Judge and to supervise and delegate tasks to the Deputy Associate.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries.
Supervise the work of the Deputy Associate.
Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing.
Ensure the court's case management system is up-to-date and assist the Judge in the preparation of orders and typing of judgments.
Provide research assistance to Judge.
Assist with the preparation of matters for both the Court and the Judge, with the Judge's judgment writing as required including head notes, catch wording, and editing in line with the Court's judgments publication standards.
Maintain court related relationships with various external stakeholders.
Contribute to organisational forums working for better working practices.
Other duties as required.
Important Functions
The person appointed to this position is expected to carry out their duties so as to:
satisfy all relevant statutory obligations
satisfy the Australian Public Service Values and Code of Conduct
contribute to and support achievement of the Court's Strategic and Business Plans
operate within the Court's policies and procedural guidelines
support and contribute to the Court's Service Charter
Selection Criteria
Division 2 of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia deals with family law, migration and other general federal law matters. Candidates should include their interest and experience in the relevant jurisdictions when addressing the selection criteria.
Demonstrated legal research, analysis and drafting skills underpinned by good attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to prepare briefing materials, well-drafted correspondence and case summaries.
Sound organisational and problem-solving skills including the ability to evaluate a large volume of information quickly, manage priorities to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
Well-developed interpersonal skills including tact, discretion, initiative and the ability to communicate effectively with members of the judiciary, the legal profession, the public and other court staff.
Initiative to work autonomously and take responsibility for progressing work while also being able to work collaboratively, build and maintain positive professional relationships and deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information.
Demonstrated proficiency with technology, including the use of Microsoft Office applications, electronic legal resources and the ability to learn and use the Court's case management systems.
The ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities.
A high standard of ethical behaviour.
Other Requirements
It is mandatory that candidates have completed (or near completed) a qualification in law with a strong academic record (supported by Academic transcript).
The ability to travel on circuits as required.
Contact Officer
For more information please contact Kellie Hose, Judicial Services Team Leader via telephone 0436 601 946 or email ******.
Eligibility
Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:
Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship;
Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check, and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment;
Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.
Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply, but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.
Diversity and Inclusion
Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.
Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit:
https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
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