About the Organisation

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria’s environment and people. We work with community, industry and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

We are workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.

The EPA Experience

• See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
• Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities
• On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
• Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options

About the role:

You’ll be a key member of our team responsible for supporting EPA investigations and criminal prosecutions. Your role will involve providing expert legal services and advice to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste.

In this role, you will:

• Provide authoritative legal advice on statutory investigative powers and confidently apply the law using EPA's regulatory powers.
• Prepare and review briefs for criminal prosecutions, act as Solicitor on the record, and manage complex legal proceedings.
• Represent EPA in court proceedings and provide strategic advice to investigators and regional operation staff.
• Develop and implement legal policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with government regulations.

Skills and experience:

• Tertiary degree and/or postgraduate qualifications in law, with admission to practice as an Australian legal practitioner.
• Experience in providing authoritative legal advice and advocacy on criminal investigations and prosecutions, preferably within Government.
• Sound knowledge of the law of evidence and legal procedures in Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court.
• Strong understanding of governance principles, legislative processes, and judicial review.

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All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks and role related security clearances.

EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.

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