Scales and Clinical Support Officer

About The Team

The Clinical Legal Program at Murdoch School of Law and Criminology is a nationally and internationally recognised program that runs a busy legal practice involving our law students

The main objective of the Clinical Education Program is to both provide services to disadvantaged clients and to educate the lawyers of tomorrow. In keeping with Murdoch’s focus on sustainability and equity, the clinical program engages students to learn and develop their work ready skills, while also addressing access to justice and equity issues.

Your New Role

Your key responsibilities will include
- Manage the day to day operations of The Southern Communities Advocacy Legal and Education Service (SCALES) office legal practice.
- Oversee the entry of data into the Actionstep database to ensure that it is accurate and up to date; and responding to all requirements from SCALES and its funders with regards to data collection and provision for reporting purposes.
- Direct students and employees as required concerning the collection and entry of required data, the review and audit of files, etc.
- Assist with client work when required.
- Provide complete administrative support for the Clinical Practice and staff, including organising meetings for the Director and for clients.
- Provide assistance and support to a wide range of stakeholders involved with SCALES.

Please refer to the

Position Description

for further details.

What We Offer You

This Fixed Term (12 Months - with possibility of extension) | Part time (30 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $77,000 - $86,000 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze
- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our

benefits and services page



Join us
- A cover letter that includes a statement addressing the selection criteria noted below to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
- Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

- Completion of an associate diploma level qualification and/or relevant work related experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- High level of computer literacy and proficiency in the production of high-level work utilising software such as Actionstep and Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn new packages as appropriate.
- Extensive experience in office administration.
- High organisational, time and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload.
- Highly effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.

Applicants should refer to the

Position Description

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Contact Us

Applications Close on 09/03/2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.