Department of Justice
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 15 September, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 2
$64,821.00 to $69,764.00 per annum
Employment type:Permanent, full-time
Region:South
Location:Hobart
This position contributes to the effective and efficient operation of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions in a team environment by providing administrative, reception, word processing, and clerical support to legal, administrative, and clerical staff.
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 in 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 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.
Hours per fortnight: 73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
DutiesUndertake a wide range of clerical and administrative duties to support the efficient and effective delivery of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions services including the opening of criminal files, preparation, and compilation of court and other legal documentation.Undertake word processing, transcribing of audio material, preparation of legal correspondence, and document production duties of a highly confidential nature to a high standard.Undertake data entry including the updating and maintenance of the legal practice database, and utilize the legal database tools for preparation of documentation.Provide personal and telephone reception facilities of a high quality ensuring sensitive and confidential handling of inquiries, including attending to public inquiries, liaison with complainants and witnesses, the legal profession, courts, and police.Provide support to other areas within Crown Law as required.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 QualificationsExperience in a legal office environment.Application 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 4912.
Additional StepsReview 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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