Department of Justice
Crown Law
State Litigation Office
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 24 November, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - Legal Practitioners - Level 3
$136,605.00 to $156,429.00 per annum
Employment type:Permanent, full-time
Region:South
Location:Hobart
Assist the State Litigator in the conduct and management of the business of the office by providing high level litigation services and legal advice.
The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. 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.
Hours per fortnight73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
DutiesTo act as Solicitor and Counsel in routine and complex civil matters and appeals on behalf of the State of Tasmania, its instrumentalities and Agencies before a range of courts and tribunals.To provide comprehensive, accurate and timely advice to the State and its Agencies in respect of civil legal issues.To provide professional supervision, direction and instruction to junior legal practitioners.To undertake file reviews and perform other duties as directed by the State Litigator.Admitted or eligible for immediate admission as a Barrister or Practitioner of the Supreme Court of Tasmania.Pre-employment ChecksThe 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:
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 employment.Minimum RequirementsAt least 7 years' experience in legal practice relevant to the duties of the position.Drivers LicenceApplication ProcessTo 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.
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 4902.
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