Department of Justice
Corporate, Strategy & Governance
Human Resources
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 01 December, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:$72,605.00 to $84,850.00 per annum
Employment type:Fixed-term, part-time
Region:South
Following the successful pilot program undertaken this year, the Department of Justice (DoJ) will soon host the second DoJ Graduate Legal Officer Program commencing in 2025. This program will facilitate on-the-job experience while Graduates undertake the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course (TLPC), a postgraduate professional legal training program whose graduates are eligible to apply for admission as legal practitioners. It is the only course of this type in Tasmania. As a graduate, you are also awarded a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the University of Tasmania.
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 at any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disabilities. 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.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.
Period of AppointmentFixed-term appointment from February to December 2025
Hours per fortnightPart-time hours structured around the Legal Practice Course until completion, with 73.5 hours per fortnight following completion of the course.
DutiesUndertake the Tasmanian Legal Practice Course.Assist experienced legal practitioners in relation to basic and routine matters.Undertake research, analyze information, make recommendations, and provide advice.Develop and maintain relevant documentation such as files, plans, reports, and correspondence.Liaise with stakeholders where required.Provide secretariat administrative and general support as required.Have graduated with a minimum of a three-year undergraduate or postgraduate legal degree in the last three years or have graduated by the end of January 2024 (qualifying degrees as rated by the Australian Qualifications Framework are at level 7 or above).The 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.
Checks ConductedThe 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 employmentApplication ProcessTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter that advises:
Area of legal interest.Understanding of the public sector legal environment.How you would contribute to and uphold the Department's values.An example that showcases your research skills and abilities.Along with a copy of your current Resume/CV.
Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application, the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.
Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 1435.
Post your application with the following application form to:
Human Resources
Department of Justice
GPO Box 825
HOBART TAS 7001
For more informationChelsea Trubody-Jager
Director Crown Law Services
Phone: (03) 6165 3635
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.
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