On 13 September 2024, the ACT Government assumed a caretaker role, with an election to be held 19 October 2024.
Information on this website will be published in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions until after the election and conclusion of the caretaker period.Details:
The ACT Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions was established by the
Director of Public Prosecutions Act 1990
(the Act) to institute, conduct and supervise prosecutions and related proceedings.
It comprises the Director of Public Prosecutions (the Director), an independent statutory officer appointed by the ACT's Executive branch of Government, and staff employed under the
Public Sector Management Act 1994 , to assist the Director.The principal role of the ODPP is to determine whether to continue or initiate the prosecution of matters referred by the Australian Federal Police and Australian Capital Territory regulatory agencies and, if it decides to do so, to fairly conduct the prosecutions and any appeals or related proceedings which may arise.The Office maintains a strong adherence to the values of the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct.The Confiscation of Criminal Assets (COCA) team is a dedicated and highly specialised civil litigation team.
The COCA team sits outside of the prosecution team structure of the ODPP to ensure independence and separation from the Office's criminal prosecutions.The COCA team works closely with ACT Policing's Criminal Assets Investigation Team (CAIT) in targeting criminal wealth and disrupting serious and organised crime.
Members of the COCA team are responsible for bringing applications under the COCA Act, including for the restraint and forfeiture of criminally tainted property.The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply.Eligibility/Other requirements:Admitted to or eligible to practice as a legal practitioner in the ACT.A proven record as a civil litigator or advocate.The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.Advantageous, but not essential:Experience litigating matters under the
Confiscation of Criminal Assets Act 2003
(ACT) or an equivalent law of another jurisdiction.3+ years post admission experience as a lawyer in relevant areas of work.Understanding of corporations, trusts, and other business structures.Demonstrated understanding of property law, preferably in relation to the system of leasehold in the Australian Capital Territory.Notes:
This is a temporary position available for a period of 12 months.
This process may form a merit pool to be utilised in the filling of future vacancies.How to Apply:
to apply for this position, please provide:a resume/curriculum vitae that outlines your Skills and Experience.a response addressing the identified capabilities of no more than two pages, describing how your Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications meet the Skills and Capabilities required for this role.Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button below.
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