Legal Aid Queensland is committed to building and maintaining a strong First Nations workforce. This is a targeted vacancy under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. We accept applications from all people however Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note that this position works with all clients and staff, not predominately or exclusively with First Nations clients and staff.

Job details

Legal Aid Queensland acknowledges and respects the Traditional Custodians of the land where our offices stand, and where we work to help disadvantaged Queenslanders uphold their legal rights in our justice system.

Join our Grants Division helping vulnerable Queenslanders secure grants of aid for legal representation. As an administrative officer you will be responsible for a range of administrative functions across different grants activities. We give you the opportunity to progress in an awesome organisation that rewards employees for their hard work.

Key responsibilities:

• Liaise with clients and solicitors about client applications.
• Admin support
• Review court material and liaise with solicitors to assist with allocation of matters in accordance with Legal Aid Queensland policy and procedures.
• Assist in the allocation of grants and follow up requests for information in relation to non-means tested matters court appointed matters and pilot programs.
• Data enter, validate, record and correct information held across a range of information technology systems.

We offer:

• Full time hours: 36.25 hrs per week
• 12.75% super
• Generous salary packaging available
• Study leave and assistance for approved courses

For First Nations employees:

• Monthly network yarns
• First Nations mentoring
• Free confidential counselling sessions for your family with a First Nations provider
• WFH options and and cultural leave
• Opportunities to consult on First Nations work being done
• Compulsory cultural awareness and safety training for all staff

Check out the attached role description for instructions on how to apply!

For application assistance firstnationscareers@legalaid.qld.gov.au

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Position description - AO3 Administration Officer (PDF, 141KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applying for a role at Legal Aid Queensland (PDF, 441KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
  Information Package for Applicants