- $99,734 - $111,701 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
- Non-ongoing, Full Time
- Various - Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
Position Overview
The Legal Research Officer reports to the Manager, Legal and Compliance and supports the Director, Legal and Compliance and other team members to assist the President, NNTT Members and the Registrar in exercising their functions and powers under the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth). The Legal Research Officer will be appointed as a delegate of the Registrar to make less complex registration decisions. They will also provide legal assistance and research to their manager, as directed by their manager.
Position Duties
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Consider and make decisions in relation to applications to register body corporate and area agreements ILUAs, depending on experience.
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Manage non-claimant native title determination applications including administrative processing, stakeholder communication and notification.
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Provide assistance in response to ad hoc requests as part of the NNTT’s assistance functions.
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Support the Manager, Legal & Compliance team in the administration and performance of the NNTT and Registrar statutory functions.
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Develop and maintain a sound understanding of relevant Commonwealth and State legislation and the NNTT’s statutory obligations under the Native Title Act 1993.
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Apply approved records and information management practices in compliance with the NNTT Records and Information Management Policy and Procedures.
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Exercise delegations within scope of delegated authority.
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Provide high level analysis and written products in support of the President, Members, and the Registrar.
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Provide high level support and co-ordinate team projects including workflow and administrative arrangements
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Work with a high level of independence, setting priorities, displaying initiative, and managing competing workloads to ensure quality and timely outputs.
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Work as an effective team member and mentor any direct reports or junior team members, promoting team cohesion, staff development and innovation.
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Identify areas for improvement and provide effective solutions.
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Build and maintain productive relationships with relevant stakeholders, including prescribed bodies corporate.
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Engage with external clients and stakeholders using clear communication and projecting a positive image for the NNTT.
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Perform other duties as reasonably required and directed by the Manager, Legal & Compliance team.
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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Demonstrate an ability to communicate sensitively with and demonstrate cultural understanding of and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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Possess the ability to interpret and apply the provisions of the Native Title Act and relevant regulations, or ability to acquire such knowledge.
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Demonstrate the ability to identify opportunities, problems, and options for their resolution.
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Possess a high attention to detail and well-developed administrative and organisational skills to be able to meet tight deadlines and achieve results by setting priorities and managing competing workloads.
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Demonstrate an ability to work independently and as part of a team to contribute to and facilitate the delivery of quality and timely services.
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Possess well-developed interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive and productive relationships.
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Possess an ability to use clear and positive communication to present information in a clear, concise, and articulate manner.
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Display a high standard of compliance with organisational practices and procedures.
Qualifications
- Legal qualifications (or at an advanced stage of obtaining them);
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Experience in administrative decision-making or legal research; or
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Experience working in the native title sector or with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We recognise the unique knowledge, cultures and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and the important contribution they make to our workplace, policy development and service delivery. We are committed to fostering a culturally safe and inclusive environment and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Contact Officer
For more information, please contact Reagan Hull - Manager Business Operations on 0429 181 569.
How to apply
Please submit your application via the Federal Court of Australia online employment portal.
As part of your application, you will be required to submit:
A resumé outlining your relevant skills, experience, and employment history.
A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role, referencing the selection criteria.
Eligibility
Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:
- Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship;
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Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check, and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment;
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Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period
Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.
Diversity and Inclusion
Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.
First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.
Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
