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About the Organisation EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria's environment and people.
We work with community, industry and businesses.
As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.
We are a workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles.
We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.
The EPA Experience See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-handRange of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunitiesOn-the-job training for a wide range of environmental rolesFlexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week optionsAbout the role You will be a member of a team who contributes administrative, research and other support functions to the full range of services provided by the Legal Branch.
In this role you will: Conduct legal research, analyse results, investigate options, and provide recommendations; prepare draft reports and briefings within a project or policy framework.Draft and review legal documents using the existing EPA procedures.Assist in preparation of briefs of evidence and associated court documents.Develop procedure manuals for EPA's paralegal function to support continuous delivery improvements.Skills and experience Experience and a record of achievement providing paralegal services, preferably in Government would be advantageous.A relevant tertiary degree and/or post graduate qualifications in law is desirable.Knowledge of law and legal procedures applicable to a regulatory agency and understanding of procedural aspects of criminal and civil litigation or ability to quickly gain familiarity with relevant law and procedures.Ability to apply relevant government legislation, regulations, reporting directives and procedures.Click the "Apply" button to submit your application.
Applications close on 21 January 2025 at 11:59PM. Applicants Should Submit:
Answers to the prompted screening questions as part of the application.Resume; including contact details of two referees.All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment.
You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks and role related security clearances.
EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment.
We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.
Job type:Ongoing - Full Time
Job classification:VPSG2
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