Australian Attorney-General's Department – Perth WA
The Office of the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) operates as an independent agency within the Attorney-General's portfolio.
The Associate Director is appointed by the Governor-General and is an accountable authority of the CDPP.
The CDPP is established by Parliament under the Director of Public Prosecutions Act**** (Cth) (the Act) to prosecute alleged offences against Commonwealth law.
The CDPP aims to contribute to a fair, safe and just society by delivering an effective, independent prosecution service in accordance with the Prosecution Policy of the Commonwealth.
The CDPP:
aims to be fair, consistent and professional in everything it does
recognises, values and develops the knowledge, skills and commitment of its people
works efficiently and effectively in accordance with the Prosecution Policy of the Commonwealth
works collaboratively with its partner agencies to assist them in advancing their goals and priorities
treats victims of crime with courtesy, dignity and respect, and
provides information to the public about Commonwealth criminal law and prosecutions.
The CDPP operates nationally with offices in each capital city, Townsville and Cairns.
The Office carries out prosecutions in the courts of every Australian state and territory and is also responsible for prosecuting offences in Jervis Bay and Australia's external territories.
Further information about the CDPP may be obtained from the CDPP website.
The key duties of the position include:
The functions of the Associate Director are reflected in section 18B of the Act, which provides the Associate Director has all the powers and functions of the Director, except the Director's powers of delegation.
This includes, but is not limited to, instituting and conducting prosecutions for offences against the laws of the Commonwealth.
The Associate Director will also lead the 'In-House Counsel team' to be re-introduced by the CDPP in coming months.
The Associate Director will work closely with the Director to set the strategic direction for the CDPP and lead the operations of the Office.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment as Associate Director, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:
Be a legal practitioner and have been a legal practitioner for not less than five years.
Be appointed as Senior Counsel or King's Counsel.
Have, or be able to hold, a Negative Vetting Level 2 security clearance.
To be eligible for an Australian Government security clearance, you must be an Australian citizen and have a checkable background.
Disclose all interests, pecuniary or otherwise, that may conflict with the performance of their duties, including any other place of employment.
This is an ongoing requirement of the role.
Assessment process
Applicants will initially be assessed by a panel on their written application.
Shortlisted applicants will be further assessed by the panel at interview, and referees contacted.
Terms and conditions
The successful applicant will be appointed as Associate Director on a full-time basis for a period of up to 7 years.
The term of appointment will be determined by the Government.
Reappointment is provided for in the Act.
The position can be based in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra or Brisbane.
Other locations may be considered.
Remuneration and allowances for the position are set by the Remuneration tribunal and can be viewed on the Remuneration Tribunal website at: Remuneration Tribunal (Remuneration and Allowances for Holders of Full-time Public Office) Determination ****.
Applicants who currently receive a Commonwealth or State or Territory parliamentary pension or superannuation, or other related payments, should seek appropriate advice about remuneration.
How to apply
Applications must include:
an indication of whether you meet the eligibility criteria for this statutory appointment
a completed statement of claims *****-word limit) against the eligibility and selection criteria
an uploaded curriculum vitae no longer than 4 pages outlining qualifications, knowledge and experience
the names and contact details of at least 2 referees who have direct and relevant experience of your work.
You will be notified prior to referees being contacted.
Please let us know the adjustments you need to help you participate in this recruitment process.
Applications close at 5:00 pm AEDT on Friday, 30 January ****
Getting to know the Attorney-General's Department
The Attorney-General's Department delivers programs and policies to maintain and improve Australia's law and justice framework, and to facilitate jobs growth through policies that promote fair, productive, flexible and safe workplaces.
Through the Australian Government Solicitor, we also provide legal services to the Commonwealth, including legal advice and representation.
Our department is the central policy and coordinating element of the Attorney-General's portfolio.
Our department is structured into four groups:
Australian Government Solicitor
Justice and Communities
Integrity and Security
Enabling Services
The department operates in a diverse and complex environment to address challenging issues.
We have a highly-skilled and engaged workforce involved in policy development and implementation and program administration.
The department also has a large number of practicing lawyers, mainly within the Australian Government Solicitor Group within the department.
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