• Job Description

  Req#: 131404

  Job Req ID

  Home Affairs - 131404

  Location

  ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA

  Classification

  APS Level 4 - $71,201.00 and $76,799.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

  Employment Type

  Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time

  Flexible work

  Flexible arrangements considered

  Contact Officer

  Bernadette O'Sullivan on 02 6264 2692 or bernadette.o'sullivan@homeaffairs.gov.au

  Applications close on 27/02/2024 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

  About our opportunity

  This process is being used to fill multiple vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months.

  About our team

  Group Manager Legal | Group Manager Legal | Legal Strategy & Services

  Legal Group is an inclusive and diverse team and we pride ourselves on supporting one another to deliver high quality products and outcomes for the portfolio Ministers and the Australian public. We enjoy working hard and celebrating our successes together as a team. We endeavour to bring out the best in each other and recognise that everyone has different strengths. We are dedicated to supporting and celebrating those from diverse backgrounds.

  • We are a large and vibrant in-house legal practice that cares about your wellbeing, work life balance and development
  • Our hybrid operating environment means you may be able to access work from home arrangements and flexible working opportunities
  • We are an inclusive, diverse, dynamic, innovative and evolving in-house practice. We strive to be leaders in the delivery of legal services and provide a positive work environment that will enable you to perform at your best.

  Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

  Our ideal candidate

  Desirable:

  • Currently studying a degree in law from an Australian university or a comparable overseas degree which is recognised in Australia for admission to practice, or have experience working in the legal industry
  • Ability to work independently and manage specific activities and processes
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines and demands
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good written and oral communication skills.

  Duties and responsibilities

  • Under supervision assist in the delivery of legal services
  • Undertake legal research and analysis on a range of issues and prepare reports and case summaries
  • Comply with record keeping policies by accurately maintaining documents and files, including for specific projects
  • Provide assistance where required in drafting correspondence, briefs to counsel and court documents
  • Assist in court preparation, including discovery related tasks and general document management.

  How to apply

  Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 27/02/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – Late applications will not be accepted.

  As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

  • How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
  • Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

  Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 131404 in the document footer.

  Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

  Eligibility

  To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

  The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).

  Diversity and inclusion

  The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

  RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

  Technical assistance

  For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

  • Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
  • Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

  Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

  Notes

  The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

  The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

  Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

  Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

• About the company

  The Department of Home Affairs is the Australian Government interior ministry with responsibilities for national security, law enforcement, emergency management, border control, immigration, refugees, citizenship, transport security and multicultural a...

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