South Australia Police
Job reference: 849984
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Ongoing full-time vacancy.

The Governance and Capability Service supports the Commissioner of Police in the discharge of his responsibility to control and manage SA Police by ensuring SAPOL has appropriate governance and capability to discharge its statutory charter, other government obligations and meet community expectations. The Service leads in supporting strategic thinking, determining strategic objectives, and fulfilling the organisation's vision and values in driving SAPOL performance.

The Senior Prosecuting Solicitor, PCS is accountable to the Officer in Charge, PCS for the provision of prosecution services including adjudication, negotiation and advocacy. The Senior Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to manage complex prosecution files and files determined to be significant or declared by Ethical and Professional Standards Branch (EPSB). The Senior Prosecuting Solicitor, PCS is also expected to provide leadership and assistance to support other prosecutors and prosecuting solicitors within EPSB. The Senior Prosecuting Solicitor is expected to act in accordance with the ethics of the legal profession.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Requirements

• A degree in law and admitted (or eligible to be admitted) as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia.
• Possession of an unrestricted practicing certificate.
• A comprehensive ability to conduct legal research (statute and common law) and analyse and prepare complex legal opinions.
• Demonstrated experience in the conduct of matters before Courts of Summary Jurisdiction (or higher) in Australia.
• Comprehensive knowledge of criminal law and relevant principles of evidentiary law.
• Knowledge of the principles of Equity and Diversity requirements.
• Demonstrated (descriptor) knowledge and commitment to WH&S legislation, principles and practices; and risk assessment in accordance with the WH&S Act (2012), Regulation, approved codes of practice and AS/NZS ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management – Principles and Guidelines.

Salary

LE4 - $138,016 - $149,885 per annum.

Enquiries

Jane Amos
(08) 7322 3***
*********@police.sa.gov.au

Application InstructionsAll applications must be submitted online.

Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

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.

Applications close: 14/08/2026 5:00 PM

Attachments:
- PID - LE4 Senior Prosecuting Solicitor PCS.pdf
- RF2099 - Pre-Employment Dec.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.