This is a fixed term, full time vacancy available for 12 months, with the possibility of extension.
This position is personal staff to the Chief Judge of Western Australia. The appointment of District Court Judges’ personal staff are made pursuant to s 27A of the District Court of Western Australia Act 1969 and governed by the Government Officers Salaries Allowances and Conditions Award 1989 and, where applicable, the provisions of the Public Sector CSA Agreement 2019.
About the role
The District Court is seeking an experienced legal practitioner or a highly qualified law graduate for the role of Legal Research Officer to her Honour the Chief Judge. The role includes undertaking legal research for the preparation of correspondence, speeches, papers and reports. You will also assist in the maintenance of an effective information management system and provide assistance and advice to the Chief Judge on information sources and research tools.
This is a full-time position working 75 hours per fortnight as part of the Chief Judge’s personal team. Appointment will be by way of contract of employment for a 12-month period with an opportunity for renewal commencing on completion of the recruitment process.
Eligibility to Apply
The apply, candidates must have successfully completed a degree in law.
About you
The successful candidate will possess high level legal research and analytical skills and written communication skills of the highest calibre. The successful candidate will be required to distil legal principles from cases into appropriate commentary and have sound database management skills and an ability to work in a team with excellent interpersonal skills.
COVID-19 Advice
Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA. This will be introduced in a phased approach, more information can be found at: Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces.
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached JDF for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees and a statement no more than two pages addressing all the Work Related Requirements contained in the JDF. Please provide examples to support your claims.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
To submit your application click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
Further Information
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Laura Sutton, Executive Manager on 9425 2414 for a confidential discussion.
