Job description
Agency Department of Children and Families Work unit Legal Services
Job title Manager, Legal Support Designation Senior Administrative Officer 1
Job type Full time Duration Fixed up to 12 months
Salary $136,380 - $152,357 Location Darwin
Position number 77260098 RTF 359457 Closing 17/11/2026
Contact Officer Ruth Bridgen on 08 8999 2602 or [email protected]
About the agency https://tfhc.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=359457

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
Provide high level administration, coordination and advice to Regional Services staff on all court matters under the Care and Protection of
Children Act 2007 and other relevant legislation to ensure legislative and policy requirements are met.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Facilitate, arrange, assist and ensure compliance in the preparation and filing of court applications in accordance with legislation, policy,

and procedures.
2.



Provide high level advice to Departmental staff regarding the preparation for court proceedings and arrange legal advice and/or

representation where appropriate.
3. Coordinate and oversee legal procedures and processes arising in respect of children subject to legal action involving the Department

to ensure timely and collegial liaison with all parties is maintained.
4. Assist in the development and monitoring of processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness relating to legal processes.
5. Facilitate and lead a culture of continuous improvement and good working relationships with peers, clients and other key partners to

ensure high level and positive outcomes.
6. Develop the capability of Departmental staff in relation to the preparation for court matters inclusive of time management, record

keeping, organisational skills, and written communication in collaboration with leaders.
7. Ensure the timely availability of accurate and reliable data and information utilising Departmental case management and information

management systems.
8. Demonstrated knowledge and oversight of all court matters under the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007 and other relevant

legislation.
Selection criteria
Essential
1.



Demonstrated ability to facilitate and ensure compliance in the preparation and filing of court applications, providing high level advice

regarding court proceedings, coordinating legal procedures, and assisting in the development and monitoring of processes to improve
legal process efficiency.

2. Robust leadership skills, including ability to contribute to team development through mentorship and support of change initiatives.
3. Ability to communicate and work constructively within culturally diverse and inclusive settings, including knowledge and understanding

of Aboriginal culture, family and community structures.
4. High-level interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain positive working

relationships with peers, lawyers and clients in a variety of change management contexts and complex issues.
5. Ability to analyse and present timely, accurate and reliable data through effective use of case management and information systems.
6. Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities, resolve disputes and uphold confidentiality.
Desirable
1. Relevant qualifications in law, legal studies and/ or social services.
2. Sound knowledge of the Department of Children and Families, the child protection system and the Northern Territory Government.
Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice and undergo a criminal history,
check (a criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history).

📌 Manager, Legal Support (Darwin)
🏢 Department of Children & Families
📍 Darwin