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Federal Court of Australia Hiring for APS 5 – Associate to Judge Kirton Job at Melbourne Full Time
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- $74,324 – $78,808 per annum plus superannuation
- Non-ongoing – Full-time
- Melbourne, Dandenong
Position Overview
The Associate is part of a team assisting a Judge in the day to day management of Chambers and Court. The role of the Associate is to manage chambers and to supervise the Deputy Associate.
The Judge, in whose chambers this position is located, exercises the Court’s general federal law and family law jurisdiction, focusing on judicial review of migration decisions and Child Support matters, together with some consumer, human rights and family law matters.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries.
- Supervise the work of the deputy associate.
- Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing.
- Ensure the court’s case management system is up-to-date and assist the Judge in the preparation of orders and typing of judgments.
- Maintain court related relationships with various external stakeholders.
- Contribute to organisational forums working for better working practices.
- Other duties as required.
Selection Criteria
- Strong communication (oral and written) and liaison skills and the ability to communicate with people of all levels.
- Demonstrated high-level keyboard skills and ability to use relevant software applications including Microsoft Office applications and the internet.
- The ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities.
- Tolerance, diligence and the ability to work as a member of a small team.
- A high standard of ethical behaviour.
Other Requirements
- Legal qualifications are desirable.
- Ability to undertake legal research as required by the Judge.
- The ability to travel on circuits as required.
Contact Officer
For more information, please contact Venicia Godbee, Judicial Services Team Leader via telephone 0436 601 946 or email [email protected].
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