What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solicitor (00589945) position at Family Safety Victoria?
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Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Applications close Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11.59PM
Overview
Work type: Full timeSalary: $95,102 - $107,905Grade: Sol3Occupation: LegalLocation: CBDReference: VG/DFFH/CDS/589945A
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .
If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
THE ROLE
The Solicitor role in the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office (Statewide CPLO) is responsible for providing legal services including advice, support and representation for child protection. The solicitor is required to appear and conduct litigation matters in various courts including the Children's Court of Victoria, Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), and related jurisdictions.
You will work predominantly with one of Statewide CPLO's legal teams and will travel to various Children's Court locations and child protection offices.
Accountabilities Include
Please open the position description to read more.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Applications close Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11.59PM
Posted 08 April 2025
Action
Key documents
2025-04-08 589945 Solicitor Position Description.pdf
FILE | 173.81 KB
2025-04-08 589945 Solicitor Position Description.docx
FILE | 132.75 KB
Contact
Nick Watts
nick.watts@dffh.vic.gov.au 0447 238 854
Other opportunities
50 jobs at Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
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Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Applications close Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11.59PM
Overview
Work type: Full timeSalary: $95,102 - $107,905Grade: Sol3Occupation: LegalLocation: CBDReference: VG/DFFH/CDS/589945A
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .
If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
THE ROLE
The Solicitor role in the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office (Statewide CPLO) is responsible for providing legal services including advice, support and representation for child protection. The solicitor is required to appear and conduct litigation matters in various courts including the Children's Court of Victoria, Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), and related jurisdictions.
You will work predominantly with one of Statewide CPLO's legal teams and will travel to various Children's Court locations and child protection offices.
Accountabilities Include
- Appear on behalf of the Secretary on child protection matters in the Children's Court and in related jurisdictions, such as VCAT.
- Proactively manage allocated child protection litigation files with supervision, including effective client liaison and inter-party communication and negotiation.
- Provide well-reasoned legal advice, briefings and correspondence.
Please open the position description to read more.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Applications close Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11.59PM
Posted 08 April 2025
Action
Key documents
2025-04-08 589945 Solicitor Position Description.pdf
FILE | 173.81 KB
2025-04-08 589945 Solicitor Position Description.docx
FILE | 132.75 KB
Contact
Nick Watts
nick.watts@dffh.vic.gov.au 0447 238 854
Other opportunities
50 jobs at Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
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