* Stand strong with mob, helping protect families and culture everyday
* Manage systems, people and processes that make real impact.
* $80,128 - $89,934 + super + salary packaging & leave loading
Job: | Full-Time | Fixed-Term (June 2026) | Dubbo, NSW | $80,128 - $89,934 (Based on Experience)
This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.
Your Impact:
As a valued member of the Aboriginal Child and Family Advocacy and Support (ACFAS) Program, you'll play a key role in leading and supporting the team, ensuring families and communities receive culturally safe, high-quality legal support. This role keeps the office and teams running smoothly, empowering solicitors to advocate fearlessly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. Each day, you will:
* Lead and support administration staff, paralegals, and volunteers across ACFAS, including training and development.
* Maintain accurate, up-to-date records, files, e-folders, spreadsheets, and manage office systems and calendars.
* Provide high-level secretarial and word-processing support to solicitors, including legal documents and correspondence.
* Liaise with clients, courts, government agencies, and internal teams to ensure smooth office operations.
* Oversee day-to-day office management, including phone systems, client referrals, and collaborative teamwork.
* Uphold cultural respect, EEO and WHS standards while supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities.
Your Story & Strengths:
With respect and pride, you'll walk alongside community, with a deep understanding of cultural, social, and historical needs. You're committed to standing up for justice, supporting mob with care, and helping reduce cultural load and bring these values and strengths:
* Be a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, recognised by your community.
* Demonstrated leadership experience or ability, including managing teams, projects, or equivalent responsibilities.
* Knowledge of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, with respect for cultural practices.
* Commitment to social justice and culturally appropriate behaviour in client and community interactions.
* Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and typing proficiency (35+ wpm).
* Excellent communication, phone manner, organisational, time management, and multitasking skills.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality, work independently and collaboratively, and solve problems effectively.
Desirable: Experience in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community-based organisation and/or 3+ years in a legal practice.
Our Journey Together
At ALS, you can discover a fulfilling career that truly makes an impact in the community. We also offer our staff a range of generous benefits including:
* Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket
* Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
* Career and professional development opportunities
At ALS, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid National Police Check and Working with Children (NSW) check for this role.
We are focused to providing equal opportunities to all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support with your application including throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by reaching out to our Talent Team at
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as we are moving quickly with this recruitment process.