The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is seeking expressions of interest for 2 x PO4 Senior Legal Officers in Cairns.Applicants are primarily responsible for preparing complex matters referred to the ODPP for prosecution.Two permanent flexible full-time positions are available.About The Office Of The Director Of Public ProsecutionsThe Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) represents the State of Queensland in criminal cases. The ODPP's significant responsibility is to prosecute criminal matters in the High Court of Australia, Court of Appeal (Qld), Supreme Court, Mental Health Court, District Court, the Childrens Court of Queensland, and the Magistrates Court (in limited locations and matters).About Your OpportunityTwo permanent flexible full-time positions are available, with date of commencement yet to be determined.As a Senior Legal Officer, the incumbent will undertake a combination of the following:Preparing complex matters referred to prosecution (including appeal submissions) in a professional and timely mannerEffectively managing relationships with stakeholders, including defence counsel, solicitors, police officers, victims and witnessesAppearing as an advocate to prosecute or defend appeals in the District Court, sentences in the Magistrates and/or higher courts and represent the Director at bail applications, mentions and call overs in the Magistrates and/or higher courtsAppearing as an advocate in committal hearings and summary hearings in the Magistrates Court (dependent on location)Liaising with complainants and relatives in prosecutions especially in relation to matters involving sexual and violent offencesSupervising, motivating and leading legal officers and legal support staff in the delivery of legal servicesActively engage in activities aimed at improving work practices.The Successful Candidate Will DemonstrateThe ability to apply legal principles, draft legal documents and provide legal advice as a litigation solicitor, and work effectively as an advocate in the Magistrates and/or higher courts.The ability to apply well developed interpersonal and communication skills to liaise, consult and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders.The ability to supervise, train and mentor legal and support staff to achieve outcomes and demonstrates an ability to identify and address the needs of victims of crime in a trauma informed and culturally sensitive way.The ability to maintain a high standard of professional competence and ethical standards.Mandatory Qualifications, Conditions And RequirementsYou will be admitted as a Legal Practitioner in a State or Territory of Australia (please indicate date of admission).For more information, including the key responsibilities and how to apply, please see the role description linked below.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Occupational group
Justice & Legal
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