Paralegal (Casual) - AFP Legal
Canberra, ACT, AU
Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Casual for a period of 24 months with the possibility of a 12 month extension
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 01, $33.58 - $37.30 per hour (which is inclusive of a 25% casual loading), plus 15.4% superannuation
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14304
This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
Did you know?
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
What is the role?
Applications are sought from law students who are at least in their first year of study wishing to be considered for the role of Paralegal (Casual) – AFP Legal.
AFP Legal has casual work opportunities for paralegals in Canberra. You would gain experience working in a government legal practice that manages complex and sensitive law enforcement, national security and civil litigation matters.
Available work hours will vary, subject to business needs.
As a Team Member in the AFP you will be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
What will you do?
The duties of the position will include (but not limited to):
- perform general administrative and file maintenance, including scanning, printing and filing, file opening and closing and data entry and delivering documents.
- provide assistance with reviewing, preparing and drafting court documents.
- undertake simple legal research tasks, information retrieval and project work.
- undertaking initial searches for subpoenas and Freedom of Information requests.
- maintaining legal advice registers.
Essential Requirements
- You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
- A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Excellent team orientation and a positive attitude
- Effective time management skills to meet assigned deadlines.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- The professional maturity to work in a high pressure and high security environment.
Additional Information
- This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra.
Selection Criteria
- Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
- Communicating and working effectively with other people
- Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills
Application
Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:
- Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
- Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. .
Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.
Employment Suitability
Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:
- Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
- Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
- Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
- Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.
Recruitment Process
Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be invited to a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer: Patrice Impellizzeri,
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5127 1775,
Contact Officer Email: Patrice.Impellizzeri@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 07/04/2025
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