Classification: ASO2
Salary Range: $58,709 - $63,154 + Superannuation
Duration: up to 12 months
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Thursday 4 December 2025
About the Opportunity
The Crown Solicitor’s Office (CSO) is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Administrative Support Officer to join our supportive and welcoming Business Services Section. In this dynamic role, you’ll be the backbone of our team, providing vital administrative support to the Director, Business Services, HR & Business Manager, and staff across the BSS, as well as supporting the wider CSO.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling a variety of tasks from reception and first-level system support to executive assistance for committees and educational programs. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to the smooth running of legal services that support the South Australian Government.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver productive and effective administrative support to the BSS and CSO teams
- Provide back-up reception duties and be the friendly face of our office
- Assist with HR administration, recruitment processes, and general business functions
- Triage system queries and provide first-level support to users
- Support committees and help deliver continuing education programs
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with office procedures
What We’re Looking For
- A can-do attitude and willingness to take on a broad range of tasks
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when needed
- Flexibility, resilience, and a customer-focused approach
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a team working together to support the legal services provided to the Government of South Australia
- Enjoy a supportive, inclusive, and diverse workplace that values your contribution
- Access flexible working arrangements, including part-time options
- Benefit from professional development opportunities and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process
- Make a difference every day in a role that matters
About the Business
The Crown Solicitor's Office, through the Attorney-General, provides legal services to government, Ministers, agencies and departments, including legal advice, representation before courts and tribunals, negotiating commercial contracts, drafting and production of legal documents, counsel for the conduct of summary prosecutions and Magistrates' appeals, native title claim management, land conveyancing and investigation.
For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also CSO, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/law-and-justice/crown-solicitors.
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.
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 Daniel Snadden, HR and Business Manager, CSO on 7322 7000 or **************@sa.gov.au.
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 https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.