- Passionate about making a positive impact for First Nations People?
- Increase your take-home pay & reduce tax with our salary packaging.
- $122,058 super salary packaging
Job: 983444 | Full-Time | Fixed-Term (30 June 2025) | Redfern, NSW
Please note that due to the criticality of this role to our organisation, we will move at a pace through our recruitment process. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP. The role will close when an offer is accepted by a suitable candidate.
The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.
What Will You Do?
In this role, you will be an integral and valued member of a highly skilled and high-performing Criminal Law Practice. The Custody Notification Service Coordinator (CNS) manages a 24-hour legal advice phone line for Aboriginal people in police custody, overseeing rosters, training and addressing emerging issues. They are also responsible for maintaining manuals, coordinating resources, and handling emergency situations.
- Coordinate with solicitors regarding shift availabilities, changes, and CND advice forms requests.
- Ensure accurate data entry in the CNS App and address police failure to notify CNS.
- Provide internal and external information on CNS operations and respond to family support needs.
- Maintain a criminal practice and appear in court across multiple jurisdictions.
- Train, mentor, and conduct CPD seminars for CNS staff, while fostering professional relationships.
- Stay current on criminal law, policies, and ALS standards, ensuring compliance with organisational values and safety policies.
Who Are We Looking For?
A highly skilled and motivated individual with a thorough understanding of the cultural, social, and historical needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You will be able to demonstrate:
- Strong understanding and respect for Aboriginal cultural and social needs in service delivery.
- Legal qualifications and an NSW Practising Certificate (or ability to obtain one).
- In-depth knowledge of criminal law, practice, and procedure.
- Proven ability to identify legal issues facing disadvantaged Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Skilled in managing CNS rosters, addressing related issues, and maintaining manuals/forms.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with excellent communication, analytical, and resource management abilities.
Why Join Us?
At ALS, you can discover a fulfilling career that truly makes an impact in the community. We also offer our staff a range of generous benefits including:
- Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket
- Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
- Career and professional development opportunities
At ALS, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check for this role.
We are focused to providing equal opportunities to all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support with your application including throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by reaching out to our Talent Team at talent@alsnswact.org.au
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