Address Job Description
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time / 2 years
Organisation: Office of Public Prosecutions
Salary: $74,580 - $90,558
Occupation: Administration/Secretarial
Reference: VG/OPP014
The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is an independent statutory authority responsible for preparing and conducting criminal prosecutions in Victoria on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Matters prosecuted by the DPP and the OPP involve serious crimes or matters that are of significance to the fair and effective operation of the Victorian criminal justice system. The OPP consists of the Solicitor for Public Prosecutions and a staff of approximately 475 providing legal and corporate support to the DPP, the Chief Crown Prosecutor and Crown Prosecutors in the exercise of their independent roles in the criminal justice system.
Executive Assistant
Full Time, Fixed Term –2 Years
The OPP has an exciting opportunity to join our Executive team and work closely with the Solicitor for Public Prosecutions (SPP) as an Executive Assistant.
A successful incumbent will provide critical administrative support to the Executive team. The incumbent would be responsible for drafting reports, preparing correspondence, conducting legal research and other tasks as required.
About the Role:
Preparing confidential, accurate and concise correspondence, memoranda and advice on behalf of the Executive team.
Acting as a central point of contact between the SPP and Executive team and both internal and external stakeholders.
Undertaking research and analysis of legal/administrative issues and providing advice and recommendations to the Executive team as required.
As our ideal candidate you will have:
Experience providing high level administrative support in a complex, confidential and sensitive environment.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain working relationships with relevant stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability working in a dynamic environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
For further information, please refer to the attached Position Description.
To apply, you will need to submit a resume, cover letter and complete the online questionnaire which can be found on the last page of the application process. This questionnaire will ask you to address some of the Key Selection Criteria which you must complete. Separate responses to the KSC outlined in the position description are not required.
In accordance with the VPS recruitment process all candidates are subject to complete a pre-employment misconduct screening declaration. Further information is available on the VPSC website: https://vpsc.vic.gov.au/resources/pre-employment-screening-misconduct-victorian-public-service/
Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 1 April 2024.
The OPP is committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. People from all cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, or those who may experience disability related barriers in securing employment. If you require assistance with the recruitment process, or have accessibility requirements please contact recruit.info@opp.vic.gov.au
Persons considering applying for these positions should note that the recruitment process may be used to fill a commensurate position/s within 3 months of the completion of the recruitment without any further advertisement or interview. Please note this recruitment process, including interviews, will be conducted remotely.
