Ongoing, full-time Position OverviewCase Managers support the Member's Advisors and Dispute Resolution & Assistance Managers in providing assistance to the President and Members in performing their decision-making and dispute resolution functions under the Act, mainly in relation to mining and exploration proposals that affect native title.The role involves frequent contact with legal practitioners, heritage officers, tenement managers, mining companies and traditional owners. Candidates must be able to work effectively as part of a team supporting a Tribunal Member, as well as a broader national team, while being able to work independently and take responsibility for outcomes. Case Managers are also expected to maintain and share knowledge within the national team and provide guidance and mentoring to Case Officers.This role would suit someone who is comfortable working with legislation and statutory procedures, enjoys working and communicating with a diverse range of people, is capable of managing competing priorities and has strong written communication and interpersonal skills. Legal training or experience in dispute resolution would be an advantage.Key Duties and Responsibilities:1. Support the Future Acts Team in administering the NNTT's future act functions Utilise internal databases to process applications and record accurate informationPrepare high-level analysis and written products to support decision-makingComplete legal and other research in support of Tribunal functionsUndertake tasks as directed by the Dispute Resolution & Assistance ManagersExercise delegated functions on behalf of the President, Members and Registrar$94,563 - $105,910 per annum, plus 15.4% superannuationOngoing, full-timeBrisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney - Queens Square Position OverviewCase Managers support the Member's Advisors and Dispute Resolution & Assistance Managers in providing assistance to the President and Members in performing their decision-making and dispute resolution functions under the Act, mainly in relation to mining and exploration proposals that affect native title.The role involves frequent contact with legal practitioners, heritage officers, tenement managers, mining companies and traditional owners. Candidates must be able to work effectively as part of a team supporting a Tribunal Member, as well as a broader national team, while being able to work independently and take responsibility for outcomes. Case Managers are also expected to maintain and share knowledge within the national team and provide guidance and mentoring to Case Officers.This role would suit someone who is comfortable working with legislation and statutory procedures, enjoys working and communicating with a diverse range of people, is capable of managing competing priorities and has strong written communication and interpersonal skills. Legal training or experience in dispute resolution would be an advantage.Key Duties and Responsibilities:1. Support the Future Acts Team in administering the NNTT's future act functions Utilise internal databases to process applications and record accurate informationPrepare high-level analysis and written products to support decision-makingComplete legal and other research in support of Tribunal functionsUndertake tasks as directed by the Dispute Resolution & Assistance ManagersExercise delegated functions on behalf of the President, Members and Registrar2. Liaise with external clients and stakeholders about future act applications and relating enquiriesEngage with external clients and stakeholders using clear communication while projecting a positive image of the NNTTProvide case management support for hearings, conferences and mediations convened by the President and Members and NNTT staffDevelop and maintain a sound understanding of relevant Commonwealth and State legislation3. Teamwork and independenceWork with a high level of independence, setting priorities and managing competing workloads to ensure quality and timely outputsWork as an effective team member to support the work of the President and Membersand provide direction and guidance to Case Officers, promoting teamwork and staff developmentContribute to the operation of the Dispute Resolution & Assistance team by actively promoting innovation, identifying areas for improvement and helping team members to adapt to changeNote: Tasks and duties of the role may change from time to time subject to operational needs.Competencies & AttributesPossess and demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoplePossess and demonstrate an ability to communicate sensitively with and demonstrate cultural understanding of and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleDemonstrate the ability to develop strategies and work plans and to identify opportunities and problems and options for their resolutionDisplay a high standard of compliance with organisational practices and procedures, demonstrating ownership of work and responsibility for outcomesDemonstrate the ability to engage with and motivate individuals and groups of peopleMaintain a high level of data integrity using records management and electronic filing systems, ensuring data entry is correct and accurately reflects the status of mattersPossess well-developed interpersonal skills, including ability to establish positive working relationships and represent the NNTT in a variety of forums displaying discretion, integrity and sensitivityDisplay clear and positive communication with internal and external stakeholders, presenting information in a clear, concise and articulate manner, focusing on key points and using appropriate, unambiguous languagePossess the ability to work within a statutory framework including capacity to interpret and apply the provisions of the ActQualificationsLegal qualifications and/or experience in dispute resolution, while not essential, would be an advantage.Selection CriteriaPossessing and demonstrating an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoplePossessing and demonstrating an ability to communicate sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleDemonstrated ability to work within a statutory framework, including the capacity to interpret and apply the provisions of the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth)Proven ability to work under limited supervision and exercise discretion, while managing a variety of projects and tasks to achieve results and meet deadlinesDemonstrated oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to motivate others and present information in a clear, concise and unambiguous mannerDemonstrated ability to build and sustain a network of positive working relationships with key people, internally and externallyDemonstrated ability to act impartially and model professional conduct, operating within the boundaries of organisational processes and in accordance with APS valuesEligibilityEmployment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:Australian citizenship - the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship.Security and character clearance - the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment.Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.NNTTThis vacancy is advertised as an 'identified position' which means candidates are required to have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and proven culturally appropriate engagement and communication skills. Additional selection criteria are added to cover this, and successful applicants will be expected to provide a reference from an Indigenous referee, where possible, to confirm they can meet these requirements.For further information about Identified Positions, please see: RecruitAbility Australian Public Service Commission (apsc.gov.au) Diversity and InclusionFederal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.RecruitAbilityRecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. click apply for full job details