Full Time - Permanent
At Legal Aid WA, we continue to widen access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment. We are committed to just and equitable treatment of First Nations peoples and communities. As a measure to achieve equality, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. While all are welcome to apply, preference will be given to Australian First Nations applicants. Click here for more information about section 51.
Legal Aid WA offers very attractive employment conditions. In addition to salary, benefits include access to an excellent salary sacrifice scheme, district allowance of up to *$14,872 pa, leave loading of up to $1814.47 pa, additional 5 days annual leave, 3 public service holidays pa, 10.5% employer superannuation of contributions, regional travel concessions and air conditioning allowances. Eligible employees may be considered for subsidised housing. Legal Aid offers flexible work arrangements and is a workplace that is supportive of work life balance. *Subject to eligibility conditions.
About the role
Working in the Kununurra regional office you will assist lawyers to achieve positive legal outcomes for people in the East Kimberley. This role involves a mixture of administrative and secretarial responsibilities (eg. attending to phone and counter enquiries, data entry, responding to emails, filing, booking appointments). You will also have the opportunity to develop paralegal skills.
About you
To be successful in this opportunity, you will:
- Enjoy working with others and be a team player
- Be keen to learn and share knowledge
- Have great problem-solving skills
- Be able to organise yourself to meet deadlines
- Have a positive and enthusiastic attitude
Our values are vitally important to how we operate – you’ll need to be able to demonstrate you are the right cultural fit for Legal Aid WA.
About us and what we can offer you
Legal Aid WA aims to promote access to legal services and information for all West Australians. We are the largest single provider of legal aid services in Western Australia. By joining us, you will gain practical knowledge and experience of the business, laying the foundation for a successful career in the public sector or justice system.
Legal Aid WA values employees as individuals, each with their own unique career aspirations and personal commitments. That is why we offer a flexible working environment and diverse range of benefits and opportunities – so that you can access what is most important to you. These benefits include competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, career development opportunities and a corporate wellness program, click here to learn more about the benefits we offer employees.
We offer ongoing support to First Nations Australian employees through our First Nations Staff Network which connects all our First Nations staff from across Western Australia through an email group and regular yarns. The Coordinator - First Nations Services also provides professional and personal support to First Nations staff.
How to Apply
To register your interest in this great opportunity, apply now by clicking the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page, completing the online application form and uploading a CV that highlights your skills and experience.
Once you have applied, we will contact you to arrange a meeting to discuss your experience and skills.
Applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening prior to appointment.
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED VIA www.jobs.wa.gov.au. If you do not have access to a computer or the internet, please contact the Kununurra office in plenty of time and they can arrange for you to submit your application from their office.
Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Failure to submit the required information may result in the selection panel being unable to fully assess your application.
If you experience technical difficulties submitting your application online, contact Regina Tatchley on (08) 9261 6496 and quote recruitment ID LA23210.
Further information
Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us.
Download the attached Job Description Form for more information about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application.
If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Taliesha Peckham on Tel: (08) 9166 5800 or email taliesha.peckham@legalaid.wa.gov.au.
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit First Nations Employment.
If you are a First Nations person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA online or call them on 13 64 64.
Assessment
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides an overview of the role, along with the selection criteria against which you will be assessed throughout the selection process. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
Other Conditions
This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation. Alternatively, should the successful candidate decline or vacate the advertised position, the next most suitable candidate may be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months (unless otherwise stated) from the completion date of the initial selection process. Should no suitable candidate be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further candidates beyond the closing date.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
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WORK TYPE:
Permanent - Full Time
LOCATION:
Kununurra
CLOSING DATE:
2023-06-26 4:00 PM
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