Parramatta  |  Full-time  |  Permanent 

The Aboriginal Legal Service is offering an exciting opportunity to provide confidential administrative support to the Parramatta Family Law team. Enjoy coming to work each day with a purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference.

This role is identified for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This role would suit an Administrator with some prior office experience, who can demonstrate strong organisation skills and work independently.

About the ALS

Born out of a protest movement, the Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited is the primary legal service for Aboriginal people in NSW and the ACT. Our vision is to achieve social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

We offer a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment. We’re passionate about what we do and we work hard. The ALS values the health and wellbeing of our employees and we are proud to offer flexible work practices. Staff can choose to take advantage of benefits including salary packaging to maximise take-home pay.

About the role

The Administration Officer will provide confidential administrative support to the Parramatta Family Law team to deliver high-quality legal services, assist to manage the office reception area and answer phones between 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. 

About the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS)

The ALS provides culturally appropriate information and referral, legal advice and court representation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men, women and children in NSW and ACT. It is committed to achieving justice for Aboriginal people and the Aboriginal community.

The ALS is an Aboriginal owned and controlled community organisation (ACCO) which is incorporated, limited by guarantee and a registered charity.

Benefits of working with us

We offer a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment, where you can develop and grow. We’re passionate about what we do, and we work hard.

We value the health and wellbeing of our staff and are proud to offer flexible work arrangements and additional leave entitlements.

Staff can choose to take advantage of benefits including salary packaging to maximise take-home pay.

What you’ll bring to the role

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:

• Knowledge of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal communities combined with continuing respect and support for Aboriginal cultural practices
• Excellent computer skills, using Microsoft Office suite and video conferencing software
• Excellent communication skills, respectful phone manner and experience answering and transferring phone calls internally
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and the ability to multi-task
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, work in a team environment, and also work independently with limited supervision

How to apply

Download the application package for this position  

Please submit the completed application package to Mary Day, Regional Administration Coordinator E: [email protected]

Applications for this position close at COB Friday 21 October 2022.