Paralegal Officer

• Opportunity to provide legal, clerical and administrative support to Legal Officers
• Two full time ongoing employment opportunities in a vibrant and supportive team
• Based in Parramatta CBD with hybrid and flexible work options
• Remuneration of $79,039 to $86,539 plus super & leave loading

About the Department of Education 

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. 

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education 

About the Legal Services Directorate 

Legal Services supports schools, regional and state offices to navigate the law to put students at the centre of decision-making. We are a trusted and credible partner, delivering excellent service and promoting community confidence in public education. Our legal advice and expertise builds organisational capabilities so that every student, every teacher, every leader and every school can improve, every year. 

About the role 

The Paralegal Officer provides legal, clerical and administrative support to legal officers and other staff within Legal Services 

Key Accountabilities include:

• Providing legal, clerical and administrative support and high-quality client service in a professional manner.
• Responding to complex and sensitive enquiries in accordance with the department’s standards, policies and procedures to provide accurate information to stakeholders.  
• Undertaking research and projects work, draft legal documents (under supervision) and providing related administrative and legal support as required to contribute to the efficient operation of the directorate.
• Communicating with clients and referring enquiries to relevant Legal Services officers to support school principals and other senior officers in the effective management of the department’s operations.
• Assisting with the preparation and delivery of legal education and training programs to internal and external stakeholders and clients to build capacity and understanding across the department.
• Assisting with the collection of relevant legal data for reporting that informs and improves the department’s operations 

Legal practice areas may include commercial, property, contracts, liability, discrimination, privacy, employment, school attendance, civil, criminal and administrative law, and general litigation.

For further information please view the role description

Essential requirements of the role

• Legal qualifications with eligibility to hold a current NSW legal practising certificate, or recent substantial completion of legal studies leading to a law degree for practice in NSW
• Working with Children Check clearance for paid employment or willingness to apply for clearance. 

About You 

You will have knowledge and experience in the relevant area/s of law impacting on the NSW Department of Education, with the ability to provide targeted, high-quality advice, minor assistance, and casework services.  

The successful applicants will be able to communicate effectively with clients and a diverse range of stakeholders.  

Benefits 

With nearly 100,000 people working all over NSW, the Department of Education isn’t like any other workplace. You can customise your career track and experience benefits such as:

• the opportunity to make a real difference, doing important work in a varied, rewarding career in which you can make the most of your legal expertise across a variety of disciplines
• flexible working conditions, with a 35-hour week and generous leave entitlements that give you unrivalled work–life balance
• a dynamic workplace in an organisation committed to diversity and inclusion
• opportunities for advancement beyond the initial job description, with scope to move sideways as well as up and receive the professional support you need to discover new talents and interests
• a competitive salary 

How to apply 

Please attach your resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) to introduce yourself and explain why you would be a great fit for this role. 

Closing date:  Sunday, 25 February 2024 at 11:59pm

Contact: For role enquiries please contact Alicia McManus at ***************@det.nsw.edu.au

 
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check. Visit the website for more information. 

Inclusion and Diversity: We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we