The Legal Project Officer will lead the implementation of a new case type at the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal, which involves reviewable decisions under the Children and Young People Act 2008 in relation to care and protection. This position will work closely with the ACAT Registrar, case managing members, registry staff and other stakeholders, to scope required implementation tasks and to manage and track this project to operationalise the legal framework at ACAT.
The position will analyse the legal framework, determine appropriate case management pathways and procedures, deliver template documentation, and provide training to staff. This position will be supported by and have supervision of an ASO6 Project Officer.
The Legal Project Officer will be highly organised, self-motivated, and industrious, and have an excellent ability to maintain collaborative stakeholder relationships.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other Requirements: A degree in laws of an Australian tertiary institution, or a comparable overseas qualification, is highly desirable. Experience working in a court or Tribunal environment is desirable. Computer literacy skills are relevant to this role as you will use several computer software programs to undertake the tasks of this role.
Notes: Selection may be based off application and referee reports only. An order of merit may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies.
IMPORTANT: This position may be exposed to sensitive and/or traumatic situations and material. Please speak with the contact officer to discuss the interactions and/or material you might be exposed to.
How to Apply: Please submit a current curriculum vitae and a two-page pitch outlining why you are the best candidate for the position. Please refer to the attached Position Description and use examples to demonstrate how your knowledge, skills, and capabilities align to the duties and responsibilities of the role.
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