Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Reference: VG/DFFH/CDS/00564732 Job posted: 23/09/2024 Closes: 07/10/2024 Classification: Sol3 Salary Range: $95,102 - $107,905 Work location: Gippsland | Morwell The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life. Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable. We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. The Solicitor in the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office (Statewide CPLO) is responsible for providing legal advice and support to child protection practitioners, and appear in person, in child protection litigation matters in the Children's Court of Victoria and associated jurisdictions. You will work predominantly with one of Statewide CPLO's legal teams and will travel to various Children's Court locations and child protection offices. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE: Provide well-reasoned legal advice, briefings and correspondence. Collaborate with departmental colleagues to deliver client-focused legal services. Appear or instruct in litigation involving the department in a wide range of courts and tribunals. HOW TO APPLY: All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange portal. Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening. Please apply to submit your interest in this position. To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing job application system. #J-18808-Ljbffr
