Victim Liaison Officer , Justice And Attorney-General

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is seeking expressions of interest for a AO3 Victim Liaison Officer role in Cairns Chambers.
The Victim Liaison Officer provides essential administrative support to Legal Officers and Crown Prosecutors in the areas of victim information, referral and support.
This is a temporary flexible full-time position from the date of commencement for a period of 6 months.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Justice & Legal
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Cairns region
Job ad reference QLD/540335/24
Closing date 06-Feb-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration 6 Months with possibility of extension
Contact person Peter Ah Gee
Contact details Phone: 4038 5722
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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 the role
A temporary AO3 Victim Liaison Officer role is available in Cairns Chambers on a temporary full-time basis from the date of commencement for a period of 6 months.
As a Victim Liaison Officer, the incumbent will undertake a combination of the following:

• Maintain records of correspondence, court applications, and the results of court action.

• Conduct routine correspondence with victims, police officers, other legal practitioners, and court staff.

• Maintain a thorough and reliable bring-up system for matters.
• Liaise by telephone and in person with the Queensland Police Service, other legal practitioners, court officers, officers of other Government bodies, victims and their families.

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).

• Employees of the ODPP are required to sign a confidentiality agreement. For more information, including the key responsibilities and how to apply, please see the role descriptions linked below.

Applications will remain current for 12 months
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