South Australia Police
Job reference: 831456
Location: PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Term full-time vacancy for up to 12 months
The Senior Prosecuting Solicitor is accountable to the Prosecution Manager for the provision of prosecution services including adjudication, negotiation and advocacy. The Senior Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to manage prosecution files across the full range of complexity. The incumbent is also responsible for the supervision, development, leadership and support and health and safety of all subordinate staff under their control.
In all regional locations (except Port Augusta Prosecution Unit) a Senior Prosecuting Solicitor is responsible for a range of administrative and functional activities associated with the ongoing performance of the unit and is therefore regarded as the Prosecution Supervisor. In these circumstances the Senior Prosecuting Solicitor, as the Prosecution Supervisor, reports to the Prosecution Manager, Regional, and provides criminal justice system expertise to the Tactical Coordination Group (TCG).
The Senior Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to act in accordance with the ethics of the legal profession.
South Australia Police offers:
Access to Government Employee Housing for eligible members
Access to a range of training and professional development programs
Various flexible working arrangement options and accrual of flexi time for any time worked over the standard hours
Access to a range of health and wellbeing services, including onsite gym, health assessments, nutrition programs and Fitness Passport membership
A range of special leave options for compassionate, caregiving and cultural needs
Various salary packaging and additional superannuation contribution options
Special Conditions
The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program.
Requirements
A degree in law and admitted (or eligible to be admitted) as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia.
Possession of an unrestricted practicing certificate.
Salary
LE4 - $118,526 - $129,582 per annum.
Enquiries
Workforce Advisor
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.
South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.
Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.
To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.
South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Applications close: 08/03/2026 5:00 PM
Attachments:
LE4 - Senior Prosecuting Solicitor -
RF2099 - Pre-Employment
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.