<ul>
<li><strong>Join our growing Family Law Practice</strong></li>
<li><strong>Office Location - Newcastle or Parramatta</strong></li>
<li><strong>This is an Identified position</strong></li>
</ul>
<p><em><strong>This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. </strong></em></p>
<h3>Primary Purpose of the role</h3>
<p>The primary objective of the position is to assist in the delivery of high-quality legal support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients by providing high level administrative support to solicitors in the practice and undertaking a range of other administrative duties including data entry and front office duties.</p>
<h3><strong>Why join the ALS team?</strong></h3>
<p>At the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) you can make an impact. You will join a strong movement fighting for social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.</p>
<p>Our focus is our people: the people we support and the people we employ. We offer a career you can be proud of and a place where you feel safe to be yourself. We invest in our people and appreciate the rich diversity of lived experiences, languages, and culture.</p>
<p>Born out of a protest movement over 50 years ago, the ALS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW and the ACT. It&rsquo;s an exciting time to be joining us. We recently received additional funding to deliver a range of new programs aimed at addressing systemic issues and driving structural reforms. This is creating significant opportunities for the ALS, our staff and communities.</p>
<p>As well as the satisfaction of working in a job that really matters, we offer our staff benefits including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximise take-home pay</li>
<li>Annual leave loading of 17.5%</li>
<li>Career and professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Access to personal counselling for you and your family</li>
<li>Additional paid leave of up to 6 days per year, paid parental and study leave</li>
<li>Flexible work options &ndash; talk to us about how we can make this role work for you</li>
</ul>
<h3>About the Role</h3>
<p>The Administration Officer will be responsible for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Participate in processes for opening, closing, and archiving files.</li>
<li>Liaise with a range of professionals, including solicitors, court staff, and Corrective Services.</li>
<li>Undertake duties in the reception area and operate the office phone system in line with the phone roster between the hours of 9.00am to 5.00pm</li>
<li>Provide high level secretarial support to Care &amp; Protection/Family Law Practice Solicitors</li>
<li>Provide word processing support using Microsoft Office Systems, including correspondence, preparation of briefs, subpoenas, affidavits, and other legal documents.</li>
<li>Assist clients with non-court matters and referrals.</li>
</ul>
<h3>About You</h3>
<p>We&rsquo;re looking for someone who:</p>
<ul>
<li>Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.</li>
<li>Has proven computer systems skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook and typing skills with a minimum of 35 wpm.</li>
<li>Has excellent phone manner and culturally appropriate communication skills when speaking with clients.</li>
<li>Demonstrates organisational and time management skills and the ability to multi-task.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and work independently in a team environment with limited supervision.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Pre-Employment Requirements:</strong></h3>
<p>ALS is committed to implementing safe recruitment practices. Your application may be subject to pre-employment checks such as reference checks, Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check, Right to work in Australia, COVID-19 vaccinations and National Police History check.</p>
<p>If you have questions about this role, please email <a href="mailto:careers@alsnswact.org.au?subject=Administration%20Officer,%20Care%20%26%20Protection%20enquiry%20via%20EthicalJobs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">careers@alsnswact.org.au</a>, using the subject line: <strong>Administration Officer, Care &amp; Protection enquiry via EthicalJobs.</strong></p>
<p><strong>A position description is attached.</strong></p>

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Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited 

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Provide high-quality administrative support to solicitors, aiding in legal services for Aboriginal clients, data entry and front office duties.

Administration Officer, Care & Protection

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