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Period of Appointment Until 30 June 2025.
Hours per fortnight 73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
Duties Attend the Supreme Courts and courts of summary jurisdiction as Law Clerk at all locations in the state and assist in the effective presentation of criminal prosecutions. 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, notices, Crown Papers and arrange service on defence counsel and defendant. Undertake a wide range of clerical and administrative duties to support the efficient and effective delivery of services by the Director of Public Prosecutions including opening and closing files, archiving files, coordinating video links, assisting witnesses to complete witness expenses claims, and binding documents. Prepare reports on the results of criminal cases and arrange for the preparation of reports and other documentation required by the Supreme Court and the DPP. Maintain database by ensuring timely and accurate data. Essential Requirements Current Driver's Licence. Pre-employment Checks 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. The following checks are to be conducted:
Pre-employment checks •Arson and fire setting
•Violent crimes and crimes against the person
•Sex-related offences
•Drug and alcohol related offences
•Crimes involving dishonesty
•Crimes involving deception
•Making false declarations
•Malicious damage and destruction to property
•Serious traffic offences
•Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice
•Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power
•Crimes involving Conspiracy
Disciplinary action in previous employment. Identification check. Desirable Requirements Certificate III or IV in Business Administration or Business (Legal Services). How to apply To 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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If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4***.
For more information Simone Wilson
Crown Counsel
Email: ******
Phone: (03) 6165 3600
Reasonable Adjustment Queries Organisational Development and Design Team
(03) 6165 7***
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