Trial Administrator

Department of Defence; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

The Department of Defence in Canberra is seeking Trial Administrators within the Office of the Judge Advocate General to support the Registrar of Military Justice in administering Superior Tribunal proceedings under the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982. The role requires in-person work in Fyshwick ACT with flexibility in work arrangements.

You will manage listings, diaries, tribunals, prepare correspondence and forms, liaise with ADF and APS members, and maintain discretion with sensitive

Qualifications

• Experience with administrative support in legal or military settings.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AV tech.

Responsibilities

• Assist administratively at listings and trials.
• Manage diaries, tribunal listings and meetings.
• Prepare correspondence and legal forms.
• Liaise with ADF and APS members and external stakeholders.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Trial Administrators work within the Office of the Judge Advocate General and support the Registrar of Military Justice to administer and manage Superior Tribunal proceedings in accordance with the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982.As a Trial Administrator overseeing proceedings, you will be required to assist administratively at listings and trials, manage diaries, tribunal listings and meetings and prepare correspondence and legal forms. The role involves sensitive material and issues and requires strong oral and written communication, infrequent interstate travel in support of trials, and the ability to work in a team. Trial Administrators are expected to liaise professionally with ADF and APS members of all ranks and levels, within the office, the Department and external stakeholders. Located in Fyshwick ACT, this role requires in person work and cannot be done remotely, however flexible work arrangements may be supported.

About our Team

The trial administration team is a small team, which consists of an APS 6 Senior Trial Administrator and four APS 5 Trial Administrators (Paralegals). This team supports the Registrar of Military Justice and the Chief Judge Advocate as well as other senior ADF members within the Office of the Judge Advocate General. This is an inclusive environment and all employees are required to uphold the APS code of conduct and Defence values and behaviours. The Office of the Judge Advocate General works independently from Defence Legal as a military justice statutory entity.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this role is someone with strong administrative, communication and paralegal skills. They will have a strong working knowledge of the Microsoft suite, the ability to become proficient in different Audio Visual technologies to support trials and the capacity to develop a solid knowledge of the processes and procedures required by the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982. Applicants need to demonstrate excellent time management skills, attention to detail, a continuous improvement mindset, and be a proactive problem solver. They will have a high level of integrity, discretion, and actively cultivate a positive workplace culture.

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

The key duties of the position include:

The Role

Our Trial Administrators work within the Office of the Judge Advocate General and support the Registrar of Military Justice to administer and manage Superior Tribunal proceedings in accordance with the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982.As a Trial Administrator overseeing proceedings, you will be required to assist administratively at listings and trials, manage diaries, tribunal listings and meetings and prepare correspondence and legal forms. The role involves sensitive material and issues and requires strong oral and written communication, infrequent interstate travel in support of trials, and the ability to work in a team. Trial Administrators are expected to liaise professionally with ADF and APS members of all ranks and levels, within the office, the Department and external stakeholders. Located in Fyshwick ACT, this role requires in person work and cannot be done remotely, however flexible work arrangements may be supported.

About our Team

The trial administration team is a small team, which consists of an APS 6 Senior Trial Administrator and four APS 5 Trial Administrators (Paralegals). This team supports the Registrar of Military Justice and the Chief Judge Advocate as well as other senior ADF members within the Office of the Judge Advocate General. This is an inclusive environment and all employees are required to uphold the APS code of conduct and Defence values and behaviours. The Office of the Judge Advocate General works independently from Defence Legal as a military justice statutory entity.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this role is someone with strong administrative, communication and paralegal skills. They will have a strong working knowledge of the Microsoft suite, the ability to become proficient in different Audio Visual technologies to support trials and the capacity to develop a solid knowledge of the processes and procedures required by the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982. Applicants need to demonstrate excellent time management skills, attention to detail, a continuous improvement mindset, and be a proactive problem solver. They will have a high level of integrity, discretion, and actively cultivate a positive workplace culture.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers