Prosecutor

You will provide professional prosecution services, including the provision of legal advice to members of the Service on matters before the Magistrates, Childrens and Coroners Courts. This position requires the supervision of subordinate staff.

Bundaberg Police Prosecution Corps is a small office, with a Sergeant, Officer in Charge, managing a staff of five. It operates with a combination of both sworn and civilian prosecutors, supported by administration staff providing a prosecution service within the Wide Bay Burnett District, Bundaberg Patrol Group.

Prosecutors are responsible for police related matters in the Bundaberg Magistrates Court District in addition to servicing the Magistrates Court at Childers.

The Core Capability Requirements For This Role Are

Provide a prosecution service for the area of responsibility.Represent the Service and members in matters relating to the functions of the Service and in proceedings before, and applications to the Magistrates, Children's and Coroners Courts.Provide legal advice within the area of responsibility on matters pertaining to court processesMonitor the provision of briefs of evidence by police to ensure the highest quality of briefs is maintainedLiaise, consult and negotiate with members of the Queensland Police Service, the legal profession, government agencies and the community towards the establishment of effective working relationships and achievement of desired policing outcomes.Identify environmental factors affecting the work area and actively contribute to the development and provision of legal research, argument, submissions, opinion and advice.Set and maintain high standards of performance and conduct in daily work activities.

Role Requirements

Mandatory: Admission as, eligibility for immediate admission as, or entitlement to practise as, a legal practitioner in the State of Queensland

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group Justice & Legal