Agency : Public Prosecutions, Office of the Director – Perth WA
No experience required
Hybrid
18h ago, from Western Australia Government
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is a critical participant in the administration of justice within Western Australia, providing an independent and effective criminal prosecution service and confiscation practice.
State Prosecutors represent the community and public interest by conducting the prosecution of criminal offences pursuant of Western Australian law.
They have responsibility for both the preparation and presentation work of prosecution cases as they progress through the court process.
2LG is an entry level State Prosecutor position at the ODPP.
This position is aimed at practitioners with limited post admission who have interest in the practice of criminal law.
As a 2LG State Prosecutor you will, under appropriate supervision, manage a variety of prosecutions cases and appear as counsel at court proceedings which include disclosure / committal hearings, sentencing hearings, trials of the issue, directions hearings, criminal trials as junior counsel and, in due course, criminal trials as lead counsel.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a recruitment pool.
This pool will run for a period of twelve months and may be used to fill fixed-term and permanent full time and part time vacancies if they arise and subject to business needs.
Want to know more?
You are encouraged to contact Hannah Milligan on
to find out more about the role (not to be contacted for Job Application Packages or assistance with lodging your application).
Ready to apply?
The Job Description Forms and our Job Application Package is attached here to assist you in the preparation of your application.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to a position with the ODPP, it is essential that you are an Australian Citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.
Non-permanent residents of Australia are only eligible for fixed-term appointments if they possess a valid visa with appropriate working rights for the duration of the fixed-term appointment.
If you are on a temporary working visa, please attach a copy of your IMMI Visa Grant notification to your application.
Please lodge your application online by clicking on the Apply for Job button on the advertisement.
Initially please submit the following to be considered for the role :
A completed online Application Form including details of two current or recent referees including a current or recent supervisor.
A comprehensive resume / CV contextualised to the position.
A written statement of no more than three pages addressing the Essential Eligibility Requirements and the Essential Competencies :
Practice of the Law
Communication and Relationship Management Skills
Organisational and Time Management Skills
Individual Characteristics
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted.
The work-related requirements for the role will be assessed throughout the selection process.
A variety of assessment methodologies may be used throughout the recruitment process, including but not limited to skills assessments, interviews, aptitude testing, psychological interviews and referee checks.
Please note :
Interviews may be undertaken virtually via MS teams or similar if required.
If you are experiencing difficulties accessing the Job Application Package or lodging your application, please contact the People and Culture Recruitment Team at.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to the application or interview process, including alternative methods of communication and / or application, please contact the People and Culture Recruitment Team at.
When considering whether the ODPP is right for you
it is important to consider the nature of the agency's functions.
The ODPP deals with serious criminal offences, including homicide offences involving members of the WA Community.
In the course of your duties, you will encounter materials including, however not limited to, photographs, videos, written statements, and oral evidence.
You will have direct engagement with members of the WA Community associated with these charges.
This material may be confronting and emotionally distressing.
The ODPP is committed to reducing exposure to staff wherever possible by offering educational programmes and supportive resources through the ODPP's Mental Health and Wellness programme.
Criminal Record, Employment and Integrity Screening
Given the nature of the work of the ODPP, all appointments to ODPP positions will be subject to formal criminal records screening and employment screenings and any other clearances deemed to be required including psychological assessments as part of our commitment to the mental health and wellbeing of our workforce.
ABOUT US
For further information about the ODPP, please refer to the attached Position information and the ODPP website : .
The ODPP is an equal opportunity employer.
We recognise the value that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the workforce.
We are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes through the recruitment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, people with disability, women, people of diverse sexualities and genders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
We encourage applicants to visit the Jobs and Skills WA website or call for assistance with preparing your application, finding employment and career progression.
Work health and safety (WHS)
The ODPP is committed to meeting the requirements under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act
by having proactive strategies aimed at enhancing the health and wellbeing of our people.
Benefits of working with the ODPP
In addition to working with a team of highly skilled, dedicated and valued employees, you will be rewarded with :
Flexible work practices including working from home;
Access to generous leave arrangements including paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave each year;
Annual Leave Loading;
Parent and wellbeing facilities to support parents returning from parental leave;
Opportunities to attend a range of internal and external learning and development seminars;
Access to a range of social and employee wellness events and programmes;
Central Perth location with easy access to Public Transport;
End of Trip facilities.
Refer to the Public Sector CSA General Agreement
and the Public Service Award for other entitlements and benefits.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Closing Date : Friday, 16 January at 4 : 30pm (WST)
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