Working as Counsel Assisting the Coroners in the Office of the State Coroner, if you are an enthusiastic and self motivated individual seeking to work in a team of legal professionals, this opportunity may appeal to you.
Role
This position primarily assists the Coroners with the preparation, management and conduct of Inquest hearings. Counsel Assisting plays a key role in the maintenance of stakeholder relationships, both internal and external, and contribute to the development of policy and strategic management of the Coroner's Office.
A high degree of initiative, judgement and originality in the performance of professional work is required.
Tenure/duration of appointment: Permanent full time.
Special Requirements
On occasions, Counsel Assisting will be required to travel intrastate for Inquests.
We offer a wide variety of personal and professional benefits, information on the benefits of working with us is available from the “What We Offer” section on our website.
Work Related Requirement.
Please read the Job Description Form (JDF) for more information about the work related requirements of this position. Appointment to a role with the Department of the Attorney General is conditional upon obtaining an employment screening clearance, which includes a National Criminal History Check and any other relevant checks.
Further Job Related Information
If you are interested in the position and would like further information on the role, contact Kate Ellson on (08) 9425 2918 for a confidential discussion. Information about applying and submitting your application is available on our website or from the attached Job Application Kit.
How To Apply
The Department requests applicants to submit an on-line application using the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. As part of your online application you will be prompted to complete relevant personal information and to attach the following information as part of your application:
A current comprehensive Resume including the contact details of two referees and a statement addressing all the essential work-related requirements (selection criteria) contained in the Job Description Form.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which permanent, full-time appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. The pool will operate for a twelve month period.
Please Note:
1. Applications received after the closing date/time OR applications sent to us by email cannot be accepted.
2. As we prefer to contact you by email for any interview or other matter, you are encouraged to apply online and provide a current valid e-mail address.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department upholds a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation.
