Classification: Paralegal Grade 2
Salary: $80,569 - $86,750 plus superannuation
Position No: 70893
Directorate: Director of Public Prosecutions
Advertised (Gazettal date): 08 July 2026
Contact Officer: Melissa Gumley on [email protected] or (02) 6205 5661
Details: The role of the Witness Assistance Service (WAS) officer is to act as a bridge between victims/witnesses and their family members, prosecutors, and external agencies. The role advocates on behalf of victims and witnesses, from within the DPP structure, to ensure best practice and a trauma informed approach by the DPP. The role provides procedural support and information to witnesses and victims to ensure they can understand the Court proceedings and supports them to fully participate.
This role liaises with other agencies to refer vulnerable victims and witnesses for further professional support and services.
The position(s) sit within an established team of dedicated Witness Assistance Service (WAS) Officers. The role reports to the Witness Assistance Service Manager, who supports the development of the WAS team, manages workflow and allocations, and assists with complex matters requiring advocacy. WAS Officers are further supported through ongoing guidance, mentorship and professional development provided by Senior WAS Officers
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Notes: Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This process may form a merit pool to be utilised in the filling of future vacancies.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please provide:
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a completed Application Coversheet.
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contact details for two referees.
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a curriculum vitae that outlines your skills and experience.
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a response addressing the identified capabilities of no more than two (2) pages, describing how your Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications meet the skills and capabilities required for this role.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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