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Senior Administration Specialist (Junior Solicitor Section)
Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 852634
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

 

Classification: ASO4
Salary Range: $82,212- $86,180 + Superannuation
Duration: Up to 2 years
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Friday 7 August 2026


About the Opportunity

The Senior Administration Specialist (Junior Solicitor Section) is an experienced member of the Senior Administration Team who works with limited direction to prepare applications and supporting documentation for prosecution teams. The Senior Administration Specialist (Junior Solicitor Section) is allocated to the Junior Solicitor Section and helps provide guidance to Junior Solicitors (LEC1), in addition to supporting the Senior Administration Manager by supplementing the delivery of senior administration support as required. The role works closely with the administration teams to support skill development and enhance the overall capability of administrative support within the ODPP, working independently and making decisions within approved delegations, the role functions as a key operational link between junior staff and senior legal leadership.

About the Business

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is an office of approximately 200 staff, comprising both legal and administrative functions. The ODPP was established through the Director of Public Prosecutions Act, 1991 to provide an effective, fair and independent criminal prosecution service for the people of South Australia. The Office is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards.
 

For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and https://www.dpp.sa.gov.au/ 

Special Conditions for Employment

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

  • Employment-related Screening Check required.
  • Some out of hours work may be required.
  • Will be exposed either directly or indirectly to confidential, sensitive, confronting and/or distressing material including photographs, written descriptions, and other evidentiary material.

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Amanda Simon, Senior Manager, Business Services, The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions on 7322 7353 or amanda.simon@sa.gov.au

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.   

 


Applications close: 07/08/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- ASO4 Senior Administration Specialist (Junior Section).pdf
- Job Application Pack.pdf


Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.