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Department of JusticeCrown LawState Litigation OfficeApplications must be submitted by Sunday 29 June, 2025 11:55 PMSunday 29 June, 2025 11:55 PM AESTAward/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - Legal Practitioners - Level 1Employment type:Fixed-term, full-timeRegion:SouthLocation:HobartTo provide civil legal advice and litigation services to the State and its Agencies by acting as a litigious solicitor and counsel. This position has a particular focus on abuse whilst in care matters.We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQ+ people.The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact listed at the end of this vacancy.We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.Period of AppointmentThis appointment is for a fixed-term period of 36 monthsHours per fortnight73.50 hours per fortnight- flexible options available.DutiesTo assist in the provision of legal advice to the State and its Agencies in respect of civil legal issues with an emphasis on claims made by those who, as children, were the subject of abuse whilst in care and to act as a litigious solicitor and counsel.To assist the Crown Counsel (Abuse in Care) as required.To assist with file reviews and perform other duties as directed by the State Litigator or the Assistant State Litigator.To assist with the comprehensive, accurate and timely advice to the State and its Agencies in respect of civil legal matters.To participate in performance management and file reviews as directed.Admitted or eligible for immediate admission as a Barrister or Practitioner of the Supreme Court of Tasmania.Pre-employment ChecksThe Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.The following checks are to be conducted:Arson and fire settingViolent crimes and crimes against the personSex-related offencesDrug and alcohol related offencesCrimes involving dishonestyCrimes involving deceptionMaking false declarationsMalicious damage and destruction to propertySerious traffic offencesCrimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and JusticeCrimes against Executive or the Legislative PowerCrimes involving Conspiracy2.Disciplinary action in previous employment.Current Drivers Licence.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resum/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.Please apply online by clicking the ''ApplyNow'' button.Refer to the ''Information for Applicants (DOJ)'' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4946.Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr