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Solicitor In Charge – Legal Officer Grade VI – Family Law Executive – Central Sydney – Ongoing – Full-time (00008M1A)
Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
Solicitor In Charge – Legal Officer Grade VI – Family Law Executive – Central Sydney – Ongoing – Full-time (00008M1A)
• Flexible working arrangement
• Competitive salary package up to 164k per year
ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 28 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role provides senior management and leadership of the Legal Aid NSW inhouse family law practice to ensure that high quality services are provided to legally aided clients in family law matters and that our services are delivered in an effective and efficient manner across the state.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will be an experienced solicitor and strategic leader who can:
- provide expert advice/guidance to solicitors within the Family Law Division to ensure that both consistent standards of service delivery and the needs of the community are met.
- manage the provision of high-quality legal advice, minor assistance, and representation services in family law matters in accordance with Legal Aid NSW policies and guidelines, including conducting more complex litigation.
- oversee the allocation of independent children's lawyer matters across NSW and contribute to the quality assurance processes.
- evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of services to inform service delivery planning and decision making
- implement and/or recommend initiatives in policies and service delivery
- keep abreast of legal developments and community needs to assist with the provision of information about legal development in the area of family law and contribute to the initiation, coordination, and undertaking of related law and policy reform initiatives
- assist to coordinate and provide community legal education and training on family law issues.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Legal Qualifications
• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
• Ability to provide a valid Practising Certificate upon commencement
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check
• Ability to provide or willingness to undertake a working with Children Check
• Holding Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency is an essential requirement for ongoing roles
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencing in role
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.
Applicants are requested to attach:
• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)
• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:
1. Outline your experience in the provision of legal services in the family law system, including your experience supervising and managing staff and leading service delivery, law reform and policy initiatives and projects.
2. Identify three challenges facing practitioners in the family law system and outline how the Family Law Division of Legal Aid NSW could respond to these challenges.
Please save your CV and Cover Letter as 'LAST NAME, First name – CV/Cover Letter' in PDF or word format.
The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future temporary and ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
FURTHER INFORMATION
• Ongoing Opportunity at Central Sydney (35HPW)
• Enquiries: Convenor – Director, Family Law Alexandra Colquhoun on (02) 9219 5667 or Alexandra.Colquhoun@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW
• Salary Range $145,211 – $148,270 pa plus superannuation & leave loading
• Jobs Board Ref No. 00008M1A
• Closing Date: Tuesday 15 February 2022 [11:59pm]
To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.
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Team Leader Facilities – Clerk Grade 7/8 – Facilities Unit – Ongoing – Aboriginal Targeted
Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 27 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a highly organised candidate to lead a team of customer focused facilities professionals and manage the coordinated delivery of state-wide facilities services across all Legal Aid NSW tenancies and fleet vehicles. The facilities services that are delivered and coordinated by this role include emergency and security management, preventative and proactive repairs and maintenance, energy usage and supply, cleaning and waste, office relocations, stores and WHS compliance. The role is also responsible for managing organisational facilities projects.
The role involves working on a roster from 8.30am to 5.00pm, occasional contractor supervision over weekends and/or from 6.00am and some physical work such as moving equipment and assessing tenancy issues.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
- proven experience managing a team and coordinating contractors to undertake projects, minor works and maintenance;
- demonstrated project management skills and experience in managing assets and facilities maintenance;
- excellent stakeholder management and communication skills (verbal and written), with experience in development of policies and/or guidelines in accordance with legislation and NSW Government Policy;
- proven commitment to customer service and proven ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines while working under pressure; and
- practical experience in security and emergency management for a large organisation.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check
• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, or be an Australian Permanent Resident (essential for ongoing vacancies) or hold a valid working visa (for temporary vacancies)
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.
Applicants are requested to attach:
• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)
• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:
1. Outline your experience in strategic and operational facilities management.
2. Outline your experience in leading a diverse team of staff and contractors to deliver customer-focused outcomes in a high-volume work environment.
The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future temporary or ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.
To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
Legal Aid NSW is committed to increasing its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce to ensure the organisation is reflective of our client base. This position is targeted to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This recruitment activity is conducted in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014 in relation to employment of eligible persons. While this role is open to all applicants, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal Staff network, career development opportunities and support systems please email: aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
FURTHER INFORMATION
• Ongoing Opportunity (35HPW)
• Enquiries: Bronwyn McCutcheon on (02) 9219 5986 or 0477 736 846
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW
• Package up to $122K
• Jobs Board Ref No. 00008PRP
• Closing Date: Monday, 14 February 2022 [11:59pm]
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Facilities Support Officer – Clerk Grade 1/2 – 3 Roles (Ongoing and Temporary) – Aboriginal Targeted (ID: 00008QJT)
Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 27 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.
ABOUT THE ROLES
We are looking for highly organised candidates and customer-focussed candidates to undertake various permanent and temporary Facilities Support Officer roles providing support to the Facilities Branch to deliver facilities services to internal customers.
Each role has a different responsibility:
- Mail and distribution – Delivering and distributing of mail, packages, NSW Police briefs, stores and equipment as well as providing general support to the team.
- Finance (28hpw) – Processing purchase orders and invoices, confirming receipt of goods and services and maintaining financial records and using SAP and Excel. This role also responds to Service Desk requests for assistance with facility related matters.
- Facilities management – responding to ServiceDesk requests for assistance with leased tenancy and motor vehicle matters, liaising with internal customers and contacts contractors and property managers to arrange for tenancy repairs and maintenance and oversee works. The role also manages proactive maintenance schedules and requires a driver's licence for fleet repairs and maintenance.
The facilities management and mail and distribution roles involve working on a roster from 8.30am to 5.00pm, occasional contractor supervision over weekends and/or from 6.00am and some physical work such as moving equipment and assessing tenancy issues.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
- Sound communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with experience in managing customer requests and ensuring services are delivered within tight deadlines.
- Experience in one or more of the focus responsibilities for the roles or capabilities that would readily adapt to the roles and a willingness to learn facility management functions and databases.
- Demonstrated initiative to follow up on outstanding actions and resolve problems that will impact on service delivery.
- Commitment to providing dependable support to the team.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check.
• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, or be an Australian Permanent Resident (essential for ongoing vacancies) or hold a valid working visa (for temporary vacancies).
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement.
• Driver’s licence and ability to work on a roster including occasional weekend work and ability undertake some physical work is required for the facilities management role.
• Ability to work on a roster and ability undertake some physical work is required for the mail and distribution role.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants should read the relevant Role Description below and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.
Role Description – Facilities Support Officer – Mail and Distribution
Role Description – Facilities Support Officer – Finance
Role Description – Facilities Support Officer – Facilities Management
Applicants are requested to attach:
• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)
• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:
1. Outline your experience in delivering customer-focused outcomes in a high-volume work environment.
2. Outline your experience in one of the following responsibilities or capabilities that would readily adapt to the roles: facilities management, mail and distribution, finance.
The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future temporary or ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.
To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
Legal Aid NSW is committed to increasing its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce to ensure the organisation is reflective of our client base. This position is targeted to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This recruitment activity is conducted in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014 in relation to employment of eligible persons. While this role is open to all applicants, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal Staff network, career development opportunities and support systems please email: aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
FURTHER INFORMATION
• x1 Temporary / x2 Ongoing Opportunities (Part-time 28hpw or Full-time 35hpw)
• Enquiries: Bronwyn McCutcheon on (02) 9219 5986 or 0477 736 846
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW
• Package up to $80K
• Jobs Board Ref No. 00008QJT
• Closing Date: Monday, 14 February 2022 [11:59pm]
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Facilities Officer – Clerk Grade 3/4 – Facilities – Central Sydney – Full Time – Ongoing (ID: 00008PT4)
Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 27 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a readvertised role (previous reference 00008K1E).
We are looking for a highly organised and customer-focused candidate to coordinate and monitor the delivery of property, facility and fleet services for Legal Aid NSW. The role is part of a team of facilities professionals and is responsible for organising preventative and proactive repairs and maintenance; cleaning; relocations; security and emergency systems; fleet vehicle leasing and servicing; parking; energy usage; and WHS compliance.
The role involves working on a roster from 8.30am to 5.00pm, occasional contractor supervision over weekends and/or from 6.00am and some physical work such as moving equipment and assessing tenancy issues. It also involves collecting and delivering motor vehicles, as required.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
- Highly developed organisation skills and proven experience in facilities management and property services;
- Experience in fleet management or ability and willingness to learn aspects such as motor vehicle leasing, maintenance/repairs, allocation and turnover;
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills (verbal and written) with experience in managing customer requests and co-ordinating service contractors to deliver agreed outcomes within tight deadlines;
- Experience in implementing compliance practices and procedures across different facilities functions including property, security and emergency management, and fleet;
- Commitment to working as part of a team to support each other in the delivery of customer-focused services.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check
• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, or be an Australian Permanent Resident
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.
Applicants are requested to attach:
• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)
• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:
1. Outline an example of where you prioritised multiple and competing requests from stakeholders, while continuing to maintain customer-focused facilities delivery within a high-volume work environment.
2. Provide an example of how you coordinated a facilities compliance project across multiple office locations. What factors did you consider and what was the outcome?
The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future temporary or ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.
To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
FURTHER INFORMATION
• Ongoing Opportunity at 35HPW
• Enquiries: Erin Celarc on 0426 286 251 or Erin.Celarc@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW
• Salary Range $74,117 – $81,158 plus superannuation & annual leave loading
• Jobs Board Ref No. 00008PT4
• Closing Date: Monday, 14 February 2022 [11:59pm]
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Media and Public Relations Manager
Perth, Western Australia Government vacancies
The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the ATSI Act and subject to the PGPA Act. The ILSC assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC provides this assistance through the acquisition and management of rights and interests in land, salt water and fresh water country.
Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Media and Public Relations Manager is responsible for managing the ILSC’s media and public relations, and broader communication functions. As the Manager of this important function, you will be directly responsible for developing and implementing the ILSC’s media, PR and communications strategies including being the ILSC’s lead in managing relationships with a network of contacts in the Australian media.
You will lead the pursuit of ILSC brand development and protection through: positive media opportunities; the handling of media issues and crises; high quality internal and external communications; and nationally targeted events and sponsorships. You will also lead a small team who will assist to deliver operational outcomes.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Significant demonstrated experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience in developing Media Communications and PR Strategies that proactively position the organisation to deliver on its purpose.
- A successful record of work in journalism, public relations or other media related field, including demonstrated knowledge of media relations procedures and the methods and technologies used by the media.
- Demonstrated achievement in developing and maintaining broad journalistic networks and contacts across the Australian media, including ability to positively influence and leverage media relationships
- Demonstrated experience in direct media advisory role on complex government, Indigenous, social and political matters, including ability to negotiate with media outlets
At the ILSC we offer:
- Flexible working options.
- Generous leave entitlements.
- 15.4% superannuation.
- Supported career development.
- Great work environment where people are valued and respected.
If you are keen to be surrounded by like-minded passionate people and be a part of making a real difference to Indigenous communities, apply now.
The preferred applicant will be engaged under the provision of the ILC Enterprise Agreement.
Applications are to include a current CV and covering letter (covering letter to be maximum 2 pages detailing how your skills and experience align with the position profile). Further information may be requested if you are selected for interview. You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role.
For further information and to apply please visit the ILSC Careers page at: https://www.ilsc.gov.au/careers/
For any additional information, please contact: Tricia Stroud – Chief Operating Officer 0427 660 811 or Freecall 1800 818 490.
For further information and to apply please visit the ILSC Careers page at: https://www.ilsc.gov.au/careers/
For any additional information, please contact: Tricia Stroud – Chief Operating Officer 0427 660 811 or Freecall 1800 818 490.
Applications close 10 February 2022
At the ILSC we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply
The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the ATSI Act and subject to the PGPA Act. The ILSC assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC provides this assistance through the acquisition and management of rights and interests in land, salt water and fresh water country.
Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Media and Public Relations Manager is responsible for managing the ILSC’s media and public relations, and broader communication functions. As the Manager of this important function, you will be directly responsible for developing and implementing the ILSC’s media, PR and communications strategies including being the ILSC’s lead in managing relationships with a network of contacts in the Australian media.
You will lead the pursuit of ILSC brand development and protection through: positive media opportunities; the handling of media issues and crises; high quality internal and external communications; and nationally targeted events and sponsorships. You will also lead a small team who will assist to deliver operational outcomes.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Significant demonstrated experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience in developing Media Communications and PR Strategies that proactively position the organisation to deliver on its purpose.
- A successful record of work in journalism, public relations or other media related field, including demonstrated knowledge of media relations procedures and the methods and technologies used by the media.
- Demonstrated achievement in developing and maintaining broad journalistic networks and contacts across the Australian media, including ability to positively influence and leverage media relationships
- Demonstrated experience in direct media advisory role on complex government, Indigenous, social and political matters, including ability to negotiate with media outlets
At the ILSC we offer:
- Flexible working options.
- Generous leave entitlements.
- 15.4% superannuation.
- Supported career development.
- Great work environment where people are valued and respected.
If you are keen to be surrounded by like-minded passionate people and be a part of making a real difference to Indigenous communities, apply now.
The preferred applicant will be engaged under the provision of the ILC Enterprise Agreement.
Applications are to include a current CV and covering letter (covering letter to be maximum 2 pages detailing how your skills and experience align with the position profile). Further information may be requested if you are selected for interview. You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role.
For further information and to apply please visit the ILSC Careers page at: https://www.ilsc.gov.au/careers/
For any additional information, please contact: Tricia Stroud – Chief Operating Officer 0427 660 811 or Freecall 1800 818 490.
For further information and to apply please visit the ILSC Careers page at: https://www.ilsc.gov.au/careers/
For any additional information, please contact: Tricia Stroud – Chief Operating Officer 0427 660 811 or Freecall 1800 818 490.
Applications close 10 February 2022
At the ILSC we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply
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Senior Solicitor – Legal Officer Grade IV – Family Law – Campbelltown – Full-time – Ongoing & Talent Pool (ID: 00008PEZ)
Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
• Competitive Salary Package up to $142k
• x1 ongoing full-time vacancy at Campbelltown
• Talent Pool for future ongoing/temporary opportunities
ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 27 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Provide senior management and leadership in the provision of family law services to socially and economically disadvantaged people in accordance with the Legal Aid NSW Plan and the Family Law Division Business Plan. This includes directly providing legal services to clients of Legal Aid NSW, including in more complex matters.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for an experienced solicitor with an ability to undertake and supervise complex litigation in Family Law and Care & Protection law. You must also have strong management experience to ensure effective leadership and management of staff within a legal environment.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Legal Qualifications
• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
• Ability to provide a valid Practising Certificate upon commencement
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check
• Hold a current valid Working with Children Check
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence
• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, or be an Australian Permanent Resident (essential for ongoing vacancies). Candidates who hold a valid working visa can be considered for future temporary vacancies if being placed onto the talent pool.
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.
Applicants are requested to attach:
• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)
• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:
1. Demonstrate your capacity to undertake and supervise complex litigation in Family Law and Care & Protection Law.
2. Outline your qualifications and experience in leading and managing staff in a legal environment.
The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future temporary or ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal Staff network, career development opportunities and support systems please email: aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
FURTHER INFORMATION
• Ongoing Opportunity at Campbelltown (35HPW)
• Enquiries: Sarah Barton on (02) 4629 2784 or Sarah.Barton@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW
• Salary Range $126,120 – $128,547 plus superannuation & leave loading
• Jobs Board Ref No. 00008PEZ
• Closing Date: Sunday 13 February 2022 [11:59pm]
To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.
Source: Uniting News
Paralegal – Clerk Grade 3/4 – Civil Law Division – Liverpool (Flexible) – Ongoing – Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Identified Roles
Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
- Aboriginal Identified ongoing role available
- Talent pool for future Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Identified roles
- Flexible work options available
ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 27 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Work and Development Order Service is a specialist service of the Civil Law Division who:
- provides advice, minor assistance and referral options for clients with fines;
- provides advice, minor assistance, training and support to organisations and health practitioners who are WDO sponsors and potential sponsors;
- works in partnership with Revenue NSW and Department of Communities and Justice to ensure the WDO Scheme is administered responsibly and in line with community expectations; and
- contributes to law and policy reform in the fines law space.
We are looking for an enthusiastic paralegal who has experience working with Aboriginal People and Communities. You will provide legal support to the WDO Service to ensure the provision of accurate, timely and quality legal services to clients with fines; support the expansion of the WDO Scheme across NSW and build the capacity of existing WDO Sponsors to support their clients.
ROLE NOTES
This is an Aboriginal Identified ongoing part-time role (21 hours per week). We are committed to offering a flexible and inclusive workplace including the option to work from home. The hours/days are negotiable.
Legal Aid NSW considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification under Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Applicants for the Identified role must satisfy the Aboriginality criteria. Aboriginality is defined by decent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. In the pre-screening questions you will need to provide information on how you satisfy the Aboriginality criteria.
For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal network, career development opportunities and support systems please email aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
A talent pool will also be created from this recruitment to fill any similar future Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Identified Roles.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have a passion for supporting clients with complex needs and will be able to work as part of a team. You will be committed to working with stakeholders, organisations, and health practitioners to improve legal outcomes for clients with fines debt, especially Aboriginal People.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Aboriginality (for Aboriginal Identified roles).
• Understanding and knowledge of working in Aboriginal communities.
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or Working with Children Check.
• Applicable to non-Aboriginal applicants: Hold Australian or NZ citizenship or be an Australian Permanent Resident (essential for ongoing vacancies). Candidates who hold a valid working visa can be considered for future temporary vacancies if being placed onto the talent pool.
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.
Applicants are requested to attach:
• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)
• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:
1. This role requires the provision of services to clients with complex needs including clients who are in financial hardship, homeless, have mental health issues, suffering from addiction or are victims of domestic violence. Give examples that demonstrate your experience supporting clients with complex needs.
2. The Work and Development Order Service works closely with Aboriginal Communities and Organisations. What skills and experience do you have that make you suitable for this work?
The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future temporary or ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months, both Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Identified.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
FURTHER INFORMATION
• Aboriginal Identified ongoing opportunity currently available (21 hours per week)
• Location: by negotiation in Western Sydney (Liverpool preferred)
• Enquiries: Kirsty Harrison on (02) 4337 6660 or kirsty.harrison@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW
• Salary Range $74,117 – $81,158 plus superannuation & leave loading
• Jobs Board Ref No. 00008PK1
• Closing Date: Sunday, 27 February 2022 [11:59pm]
To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.
Source: Uniting News