Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 712363
Location: ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Classification: ASO3
Salary Range: $67,589 - $72,033 + Superannuation
Duration: up to 12 months
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Tuesday 16 December 2025
About the Opportunity
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is seeking to establish a pool of ASO3 Paralegals to fill vacancies (of up to 24 months) as they arise within the Office. The Paralegal Officer undertakes legal-related work under the direction of a solicitor such as legal research, preparing draft correspondence and court documents, performing administrative tasks (filing, copying, scanning etc), analysing and summarising documents, fact checking and assisting practitioners prepare prosecution matters and run trials.
About the Business
The ODPP is an office of approximately 200 staff, comprising both legal and administrative functions. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions was established through the Director of Public Prosecutions Act, 1991 to provide an effective, fair and independent criminal prosecution service for the people of South Australia. The Office is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards.
For more information about the Attorney-General's Department and also the Office of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), please visit and
Special Conditions for Employment
Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
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.
Additional Notes
You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.
For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Stella Cheatle, Program Officer, ODPP on or
Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.
The Attorney-General's Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and 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 via the contact above or our website
Applications close: 16/12/2025 11:30 PM