Prosecutor, Queensland Police Service

Queensland Government; Queensland; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency in Queensland is seeking a legal practitioner to provide prosecution services, represent the agency in court proceedings, and offer legal advice on court processes. The role requires admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland, ensuring high standards in legal work while collaborating with police and legal professionals. Candidates will have the opportunity to make impactful contributions to the legal system within the state.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for immediate admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Provide a prosecution service for the area of responsibility.
• Represent the Service in various court proceedings.
• Provide legal advice on court processes.

Education

Admission as a legal practitioner in the State of Queensland

Job description

Your key accountabilities

The core capability requirements for this role are :

• Provide a prosecution service for the area of responsibility.
• Represent the Service and members in matters relating to the functions of the Service and in proceedings before, and applications to the Magistrates, Children's and Coroners Courts.
• Provide legal advice within the area of responsibility on matters pertaining to court processes.
• Monitor the provision of briefs of evidence by police to ensure the highest quality of briefs is maintained.
• Liaise, consult and negotiate with members of the Queensland Police Service, the legal profession, government agencies and the community towards the establishment of effective working relationships and achievement of desired policing outcomes.
• Identify environmental factors affecting the work area and actively contribute to the development and provision of legal research, argument, submissions, opinion, and advice.
• Set and maintain high standards of performance and conduct in daily work activities.

Role Requirements :

Mandatory - Admission as, eligibility for immediate admission as, or entitlement to practice as, a legal practitioner in the State of Queensland.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.