Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 851228
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Classification: SM1
Salary Range: $144,421 + Superannuation
Duration: Ongoing
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm. Wednesday 22 July 2026

About the Opportunity

The Senior Manager, Witness Assistance Team is recognised as an authoritative specialist/expert in the field and is accountable to the Director of Public Prosecutions for:

• the delivery of state-wide information and support services to victims and witnesses in matters dealt with by the ODPP, and their immediate family members.
• leading complex multi-functional programs that deliver outcomes of critical strategic importance within/or across agencies.
• the management of a team of staff, including the provision of strategic leadership, operational management and the promotion of a culture of team excellence, wellbeing and innovation;
• taking responsibility for the oversight of professional victim and witness services within the team as well as the conduct of more complex and/or sensitive matters;
• contributing to the fulfilment of the ODPP corporate obligations and to proactively participate in the business of the ODPP; and
• promoting safe work practises, wellbeing and diversity within the workplace.

 

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.
• Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
• Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
• Will be exposed directly to confidential, sensitive, confronting and/or distressing material including direct contact with victims (including children), photographs, written descriptions and other evidentiary material.
• 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.

 

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 Specification.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Anna Foster, Policy and Practice Manager, ODPP on 7322 7824 or anna.foster@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: 22/07/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Job Application Pack.pdf
- Senior Manager, Witness Assistance Team J&P.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.