About the role:

The Taskforce Reset Disclosure Team is responsible for coordinating the assessment and production of materials in Court of Appeal proceedings, as well as to individuals potentially affected by the use of Ms Gobbo as a human source. 

Within the Taskforce, the Disclosure Team works closely with our Investigations and Intelligence Team (who locate, assess and compile relevant material) and Human Source Disclosure Team (who review and redact the material for public interest immunity claims).  External to the Taskforce, the Disclosure Team works closely with the VGSO and counsel to finalise the material for disclosure and consider strategic issues associated with disclosure.

We're looking for a thorough, articulate and organised Senior Lawyer to run a number of Court of Appeal matters, navigating issues, including the scope of appropriate disclosure and the appropriate redactions to apply, to ensure matters run as smoothly and as efficiently as possible.

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.

Your duties will include:

• Managing a number of Court of Appeal matters, including liaising with and instructing solicitors and counsel for the Chief Commissioner and other staff allocated to each matter.
• Assessing significant volumes of material for relevance and training other staff to assess material.
• Finalising draft affidavits, submissions and letters.
• Supervising the work of other team members and building their capability.
• Liaising with internal teams on both straightforward and more complex tasks and managing relationships.
• Weekly reporting to management along with ‘as needs' reporting where issues arise.
• Maintaining comprehensive records of matter status and progress.
• Effectively prioritising tasks according to wider taskforce priorities and allocating staff accordingly.

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in law.
• Admission to practice as an Australian Lawyer.
• A current Australian practising certificate.
• Relevant litigation experience – ideally in complex or higher courts, or in relation to relevance or public interest immunity.
• Excellent communication, organisation, time-management and leadership skills.
• A positive and proactive approach.
• The ability to quickly identify vulnerabilities and obstacles, and then create innovative solutions to the obstacles.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in managing and/or training junior staff.

Requirements and relevant information:

• One (1) full time, fixed term (until 31/12/2023) position available
• This position is located at the Victoria Police Centre. 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head.  To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
• In accordance with the Acting Chief Health Officer's Direction – COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions, you are required to be fully vaccinated and your employment with Victoria Police is subject to proof of vaccination.

Your application must include:

• Resume
• Completed application form – word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement. 

Applications close midnight, Tuesday 23 August 2022.

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms; the Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic), Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) website or Seek.
Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

Current Victorian Government employees must apply via Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE). 

For further information on this role please contact: Erin Kiley on 0467 965 141 or via email erin.x.kiley@police.vic.gov.au.

If you have a disability/medical condition and require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirements/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 8081.

About Us:

Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. 

Having a workforce that reflects the community we serve is important to Victoria Police. We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you are interested in a position, we encourage you to apply as we celebrate the benefit that diversity brings to our employees, our services, and our community.

Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps