AddressThis is a Pool process with permanent and/or fixed term, full time and/or part time opportunities
Are you interested in learning about Information Management in an interesting and varied office environment?
Currently, there is 1 fixed term full time position available for immediate filling.
The Office
The State Solicitor's Office (the Office) is the Western Australian Government’s principal legal adviser. The Office enables government action, manages the State’s legal risk, and supports the First Law Officer with authoritative advice on key legal issues. Our work delivers demonstrably better government decisions, strengthens the rule of law, and leads to greater community trust in the public sector. We are a centre of legal excellence committed to the highest standards of service and professionalism.
Legal Services provided by us include the provision of legal advice; the preparation of legal documents; the conduct of litigation; and representation as counsel in courts and tribunals. The Office provides these services in a cost effective and timely way, consistent with maintaining legal excellence and integrity in the Government's legal dealings.
Legal Sections within the Office include Civil Litigation; Public & General Litigation; State Counsel; Advise, Policy & Public Law; Native Title & State Lands and Commercial.
The Role
The Information Support Officer assists the Senior Information Management Officer with the daily management of records and information, including the creation and maintenance of records in accordance with State Solicitor's Office (SSO) standards.
This position is also responsible for the receipt of documents served upon the SSO, and lodgment of legal documents, document at courts, tribunals and registries.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
The Office is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
If you have any needs that require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact *****@sso.wa.gov.au
What is on offer?
In return for your skills and commitment we offer an excellent range of benefits:
- Superannuation 11%, increasing to 12% by 1 July 2025 with salary packaging options.
- 20 days of annual leave (pro rata for part time).
- 3 days public sector leave.
- 15 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
- Free access to a confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services.
- Discounted membership contribution to selected health funds.
- Participation in a broad range of out of work social events.
More information
If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Susan Sodsai, Information Management Coordinator on (08) 926416***or email ********@sso.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
How to apply
If you don’t want to miss out on this great opportunity, apply now by submitting:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees; and
- A statement of no more than two (2) pages addressing the following job-related requirements only:
- Demonstrated computer skills and experience, including accurate typing and data entry skills and the ability to use a variety of software packages (e.g. Microsoft Office).
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment and independently to deliver services within agreed timeframes.
Please provide examples to support your claims.
Note: during the selection process we'll be assessing applicants against all the Job Related Requirements and/or Role Specific Criteria outlined in the JDF in context to the Leadership Expectations.
Submitting your application.
To submit your application click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed and late applications will not be accepted so please allow sufficient time to submit your application.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
If you have any needs that require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact *****@sso.wa.gov.au.
Please note
The Office may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants.
This pool will be open for a period of 12 (twelve) months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. We use our recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies with the State Solicitor's Office for the duration of the pool; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be Australian citizens, or have permanent residency status, or hold an appropriate working visa covering the term of the appointment, in relation to fixed-term vacancies.
The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes undergoing employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.
This recruitment file may be shared with other agencies across the public sector upon request for consideration of similar appointments.
Attachments:
- SSO Applicant Information Pack.pdf
- jdf Information Support Officer l2 (generic) sept 2023.pdf
