Manager Admission Services

Manager Admission Services
Location-Sydney
Employment type-Temporary (for up to 12 months with possibly of extension and ongoing employment)
Clerk Grade 9/10-Salary ($120,859 - $133,183) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Your role
The Manager Admission Services will manage the Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) statutory functions relating to the admission of lawyers and the appointment of public notaries; lead improvements to associated systems and procedures; and manage strategic communications with applicants.
The Office of the LPAB is embarking on transformational change, and this role is an opportunity for a natural leader and innovator to really make their mark. Success in the role requires a genuine passion for change management and an affinity for excellence in client services, as well as creativity, initiative, and the highest standards of integrity.
What you'll do
The Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) is a regulator of the legal profession in NSW, and works to ensure that entry-level lawyers are competent and have high ethical and professional standards. Its statutory functions include:

• determining the eligibility and suitability of people seeking to be admitted as a lawyer in NSW
• appointing public notaries in NSW, and
• maintaining the Roll of Lawyers and the Roll of Public Notaries in NSW.

The LPAB is a self-funding statutory corporation and also offers a Diploma in Law Course which provides an affordable and accessible tertiary legal education.
All staff in the Office of the LPAB are employed by the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ). DCJ is the lead agency under the Stronger Communities Cluster, which is focussed on achieving safe, just, inclusive and resilient communities by providing services that are effective and responsive to community needs.
What we're looking for
The duties of the role require the successful candidate to demonstrate strong capabilities in: * Planning and managing frontline services and complex operational activities

• Leading change in systems and procedures to achieve improvements in quality and service levels
• Interpreting, applying and ensuring compliance with legislation, rules and policies
• Developing and reviewing written communication materials for public audiences
• Ensuring the integrity of regulatory services, or equivalent knowledge and understanding.

Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:

• National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
• Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012

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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.
Apply now and join where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the targeted question below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role: * Describe a situation where changes in policy forced you to amend your business priorities. What obstacles did you encounter? How did you overcome them?
Applications close Thursday 25 January, 2024 at 11:59pm AEST.
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Jerry Riznyczok on or at
If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please call Rossie Matamaki on or via 9765 3235.
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Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit .
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.