Paralegal Supervisor

Prosecution Support; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A government law enforcement agency in Southwestern Ontario seeks a Paralegal Supervisor to oversee the quality of legal briefs and assist law enforcement professionals. The role demands strong skills in legislation application and analysis, alongside supervisory capabilities. Applicants must maintain a security clearance and undergo psychological assessments. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary range of $105,167 - $114,938, with a closing date for applications set on January 27, 2026.

Qualifications

• Successful obtaining and maintaining a NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 2 security clearance.
• Requirement to undertake a psychological assessment for suitability.
• Ability to interpret and apply the Criminal Investigations Act and Criminal Procedures Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and quality assurance of briefs prepared by the Prosecution Services Division.
• Assist Investigating Officers, prosecutors, and solicitors as needed.
• Manage workload and deliver high-quality service.

Skills

Ability in the interpretation and application of legislation and the justice system

Analytical and conceptual skills

Supervisory skills

Job description

Paralegal Supervisor Position No: 226566 & 226568. Level/Salary: Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 (PSCSAA 2024). Work Type: Permanent - Full Time, Branch: Prosecution Support, Location: Perth, Closing Date: 2026-01-27 4:00 PM

Position Objective

This position provides supervision and quality assurance of briefs prepared by the Prosecution Services Division and assists Investigating Officers, prosecutors and solicitors as required.

Specialist Pre‑requisites

• Successful obtaining and maintaining a NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL 2 security clearance for the duration of appointment. Only Australian citizens are eligible; applicants who are not yet citizens must be in the process of applying and be eligible prior to appointment.
• Requirement to undertake a psychological assessment to determine suitability, and as incumbent agree to undergo periodical assessments as required.

Application Process

Please ensure you complete, sign and scan the Integrity Check Consent Form (attached) and submit it with your application. For current WA Police Force employees this form is not required.

Applicants are asked to address the following nominated work‑related requirements in no more than three (3) pages, with justified edges and minimum of Arial size 11 font:

• Ability in the interpretation and application of legislation and the justice system – Interpreting and applying legislation including the Criminal Investigations Act 2006 and the Criminal Procedures Act 2004. Understanding the civil law discovery process and Western Australia Court Jurisdiction procedures.
• Analytical and conceptual skills – Conceptualising and analysing issues to provide advice and recommendations and manage decisions on the disclosure of information. Solving problems and providing outcomes. Reviewing and analysing information and ensuring all processes are compliant.
• Supervisory skills – Supervising a team to manage workload and deliver a high‑quality service. Providing advice and guidance, setting priorities, training and staff development.

Applicants must also submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) of no more than four (4) pages. The CV should provide sufficient detail (dot points are sufficient) to allow the selection panel to assess your skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the key accountabilities as outlined in the attached Position Description Form.

The CV must include the names and contact details of two referees who can comment on the applicant’s ability to satisfy all Essential Work Related Requirements. Applicants should nominate at least one immediate (most contemporary) supervisor/manager unless exceptional circumstances exist.

Other Conditions

• Selection process may also be used to fill similar vacancies throughout the metropolitan area.
• Should the successful applicant decline or vacate, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process for up to twelve (12) months from the initial appointment date.
• Integrity and criminal checks will be conducted if the applicant is not a current WA Police Force employee.
• Any relocation costs associated with appointment to these positions may be the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Substantive Equality & Work Health & Safety Statement

The WA Police Force is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal Australians, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible family‑friendly work practices.

Throughout the recruitment process we provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job if you are successful in gaining employment.

WHS is a vital component within the WA Police Force. Safety is a partnership between the employer and their employees and it relies on all of us working together to ensure everyone is safe in their working environment, enabling them to go home safely.

The WA Police Force has a duty of care to ensure employees are not adversely affected by alcohol or drugs in the workplace. Testing for alcohol and drugs is a standard part of the code of conduct to maintain community confidence.

For Further Job‑Related Information

Attachments in the application package include the Position Description Form and Integrity Check Consent Form.