Legal Assistant

1 month ago


Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

The functions of CYPS Legal Services Include:

- Representing the Director-General in:

- the ACT Children’s Court on care and protection and youth justice matters
- Supreme, Family Law (FLC), Coroner’s and Federal Circuit Courts (FCC)
- Case Management Conferences convened by the Registrar
- Provides specialist advice, guidance or practical assistance on legal matters
- Manages and monitors court matters
- Processes federal courts notice of risk
- Interstate liaison

The Legal Assistant assists the Legal Services team through a range of supporting activities including the drafting of routine advices, preparation of court documents, co-ordinating arrangements with witness, locating and preparing lists of authorities and the preparation of evidence.

Legal Assistants are required to assist with the delivery of best possible life outcomes for children and young people across a wide range of administrative support functions to ensure our statutory obligations are met.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

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**Eligibility/ Other Requirements**

**Essential qualifications and experience**:

- Experience and/or desire to work in a community services environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and database systems.
- Current Driver’s Licence.

**Desirable qualifications and experience**:

- Experience in the preparation of court documents and knowledge of the court and tribunal system and relevant procedures is desirable.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATIO**
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au)
- Educational, suitability and professional qualification checks may be carried out prior to employment.

**Notes**: This is a temporary position available immediately until December 2023.

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**How to Apply**:Please submit your written response of no more than two pages to the Position Requirements (Selection Criteria) in the attached Position Description, a current curriculum vitae and details of two referees. Please ensure that one of the referees is your current or immediate past supervisor

**Note**:
This is a temporary position available immediately until December 2023.



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