Job description
Agency Department of Children and Families Work unit Legal Services, Greater Darwin Region
Job title Legal Support Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $90,946 - $95,468 Location Darwin
Position number 32540 RTF 348894 Closing 08/06/2026
Contact officer Recruitment Officer on 08 8922 7184 or [email protected]
About the agency https://families.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=348894
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide legal and administrative support in relation to all court matters under the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007,
Youth Justice Act 2005 and other relevant legislation to ensure legislative and policy requirements are met. In consultation
with the Manager of Legal Services, support the Agency to meet its responsibilities and promote best practice around
compliance with the Agency’s legal obligations. The Legal Services Unit sits within the under Corporate and Enabling Services
Unit and ensures the Department of Children and Families is effectively and efficiently fulfilling its obligations under relevant
legislation.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Assist and ensure compliance in the preparation and filing of court applications in accordance with legislation, policy and
procedures.
2. Provide assistance to Departmental staff regarding the preparation for court proceedings and arrange legal advice and/or
representations where appropriate.
3. Assist in the resolution and case management of legal matters under supervision.
4. Support legal procedures and processes arising in respect of children subject to legal action involving the Department to
ensure timely and collegial liaison with all parties is maintained.
5. Assist in the development and monitoring of processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness relating to legal processes.
6. Support the capability of Departmental staff in relation to the preparation for court matters inclusive of time
management, record keeping, organisational skills and written communication.
7. Ensure the timely availability of accurate and reliable data and information utilising Departmental case management and
information management systems.
8. Other duties as required.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to interpret, understand and apply legislation, policy and procedures.
2. Knowledge of the issues, principles and practices in the areas of court processes.
3. Well-developed organisational skills with a proven ability to work in an environment of continuous change with attributes
of flexibility and adaptability.
4. Well-developed oral and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally with a range of internal and
external stakeholders.
5. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team to achieve timely outcomes while maintaining high standards
of accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualifications in legal studies or current study towards such qualifications.
2. Knowledge of whole of government policies and procedures.
Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice and undergo a
criminal history check (a criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history).
