AddressJob details
Position status Permanent Position type Flexible full-time Occupational group Justice & Legal Classification AO3 Workplace Location Ipswich region Job ad reference QLD/546336/24 Closing date 05-Mar-2024 Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration Contact person Rachel Stewart Contact details PH: (07) 3470 7412
Access the National Relay Service
About the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions:
The 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 opportunity:
The Legal Support Supervisor coordinates the administrative support for Legal Officers and Crown Prosecutors within the Chamber. This includes assisting the Practice Manager/Solicitor Advocate to compile statistics and reports in relation to the performance of Chambers.
As a Legal Support Supervisor, the incumbent will undertake a combination of the following:
- Assist the Practice Manager/Solicitor Advocate in compiling statistics and reports in relation to the performance of Chambers/work unit.
- Maintain appropriate records of correspondence, court applications or appeals, and the result of court action.
- Conduct routine correspondence with police officers, other legal practitioners, and court staff.
- Maintain a thorough and reliable bring-up system for matters dealt within Chambers.
- Liaise with police officers, other legal practitioners, court officers and other government bodies, victims and their families.
- Coordinate the provision of administrative support to Chamber Legal Officers and Crown Prosecutors to ensure timely, efficient and quality preparation of criminal prosecutions.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of Legal Support Officers (if applicable).
There are no mandatory qualifications for this role.
Please note:
- Applicants are advised that the work of the ODPP exposes employees to sensitive material and material containing offending behaviours and criminal activity.
- The Director of Public Prosecutions Act 1984 requires persons seeking employment with the ODPP to disclose their criminal history (including convictions not yet recorded). Criminal history checks will be undertaken by the ODPP on recommended applicant(s).
For more information, including the key responsibilities and how to apply, please see the role descriptions linked below.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- applicant-information-package (Word, 355KB)
546336 24 - Role Description (Word, 396KB)
*
