• Research Associate to the President of the Children’s Court
• Temporary, Full time up to 2 years
• Location: Parramatta
• Legal Officer  Grade 1 , Salary ($67,853 – $77,578),  plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

The Department of Justice delivers legal, court and supervision services to the people of NSW by managing courts and justice services, implementing programs to reduce crime and re offending, managing custodial and community-based correctional services, protecting rights and community standards and advising on law reform and legal matters.

Courts and Tribunal Services support the NSW community by providing access to justice services, through the protection of rights and public safety initiatives. The Courts and Tribunal Services division provides efficient administrative and corporate support to NSW courts and tribunals.

The Research Associate is responsible for undertaking research and drafting submissions and other policy documents on issues of a legal, legislative or administrative nature, as required by the President of the Children’s Court and Executive Officer.

• Assists with the delivery of a range of complex projects and initiatives as directed by the manager to assist with the development and implementation of the President’s strategic objectives.
• Provides high-level executive assistance & support to the President of the Children’s Court and Executive Officer and manages committees chaired by the President.
• Undertake legal and social research from a wide range of sources to develop proposals for legislative or policy reform to address issues of judicial, government or community concern.

• Tertiary Qualifications in Law and admitted (or eligible to be admitted) to the legal profession under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) No 16a or a corresponding law.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly develop a thorough understanding of the legislation and legal principles that governs the jurisdiction.
• Ability to prepare written and oral advice on legal, legislative and administrative matters

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Competency in legal and social research methods and an understanding of legislation, polices & procedures relating to the operation of the Children’s Court.
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent organisational skills – ability to organise, take initiative and follow-up independently

Click here to download the role description.

To apply for this role you need to submit an application online via www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au

1. Answer the two pre-screening questions below – we are looking for you to demonstrate your competency in this focus capability.

• The Research Associate is required to undertake legal and social research relevant to the jurisdiction of the Children’s Court in set timeframes with minimal guidance.  Tell us about a situation where you have had to plan and prioritise a large work related task in order to meet a deadline.  Explain how you planned your work and what personal attributes did you draw upon?
• The Research Associate will be required to communicate with judicial officers and a wide range of senior staff from both government and non-government organisations on behalf of the President of the Children’s Court.  What particular qualities and skills do you possess that will enable you to carry out this aspect of the role?  

2. Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as specified in the role description.

Contact: Rosemary Davidson, Executive Officer - PH: (02) 8688 1462 or via email: Rosemary.Davidson@justice.nsw.gov.au

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 12 months. 

To ensure recruitment at the Department of Communities and Justice continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, some interviews and assessments may be performed using alternative methods. This may include video interviewing, telephone interviewing and online assessments. If you are successful following review of your application, you may need to perform assessments and/or interviews via online platforms using a PC, laptop or smart phone. By doing so, we will be adhering to the strict social distancing advice currently in place.

The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace that values and supports diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

The Department encourages applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed below, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.