SCALES and Clinical Support Officer
SCALES and Clinical Support Officer
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Job Description
About The Team
The Clinical Legal Program at Murdoch School of Law and Criminology is a nationally and internationally recognised program that runs a busy legal practice involving our law students
The main objective of the Clinical Education Program is to both provide services to disadvantaged clients and to educate the lawyers of tomorrow. In keeping with Murdochs focus on sustainability and equity the clinical program engages students to learn and develop their work ready skills while also addressing access to justice and equity issues.
Your New Role!
The successful candidate will specifically support students and staff within the clinical area. The Clinic runs a busy legal practice and this position is responsible for the administration of that legal practice and all the professional requirements that come with it. This includes dealing with our clients paperwork and record keeping legal regulatory bodies government departments courts and tribunals.
Your key responsibilities will include
- Manage the day to day operations of The Southern Communities Advocacy Legal and Education Service (SCALES) office legal practice.
- Oversee the entry of data into the Actionstep database to ensure that it is accurate and up to date; and responding to all requirements from SCALES and its funders with regards to data collection and provision for reporting purposes.
- Direct students and employees as required concerning the collection and entry of required data the review and audit of files etc.
- Assist with client work when required.
- Provide complete administrative support for the Clinical Practice and staff including organising meetings for the Director and for clients.
- Provide assistance and support to a wide range of stakeholders involved with SCALES.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term 12 Months with possibility of extension) Part time 30 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $77000 $86000 (pro rata) plus 17 employer superannuation contributions.
Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with worldclass facilities along with a variety of benefits including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- Oncampus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application
- A cover letter that includes a statement addressing the selection criteria noted below to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
- Your most recent resume (CV)
Selection Criteria:
- Completion of an associate diploma level qualification and/or relevant work related experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- High level of computer literacy and proficiency in the production of highlevel work utilising software such as Actionstep and Microsoft Office with the ability to learn new packages as appropriate.
- Extensive experience in office administration.
- High organisational time and workload management skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
- Highly effective communication customer service and interpersonal skills.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Assoc Prof. Anna Copeland Clinical Legal Director and quote JR103506 as the reference.
Applications Close on 16/03/2025 11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
