Position Overview The Deputy Associate is part of a team who assist the Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. The role of the Deputy Associate is to assist the Associate and deputise for them when they are on leave or on circuit.

Position Duties

1. Undertake the Court Officer role.
2. Assist the Associate in the day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries.
3. Manage chambers in the absence of the Associate.
4. Assist the Associate in updating the Court’s case management system and the Judge in the preparation of orders and typing of judgments.
5. Undertake legal research as required by the Judge.
6. Other duties as required.

Selection Criteria

1. Robust communication (oral and written) and liaison skills as well as the ability to communicate with people at all levels.
2. Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to manage several processes at once.
3. Demonstrated high-level keyboard skills and ability to use relevant software applications including Microsoft Office applications and the Internet.
4. The ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities and participate in collective work practices.
5. The ability to travel on circuits.
6. Experience in a legal environment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruitment

Candidates may use AI tools to assist with their participation in this recruitment process unless otherwise advised. Where AI tools are used, candidates are responsible for ensuring that all information submitted is transparent, accurate, and genuinely reflects their own skills, capabilities, and experience. For more information, see:

Principles for candidate use of AI in Recruitment

Eligibility

Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999,



and the following:

1. Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship;
2. Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check, and may also be required to complete security clearances during the court of their employment;
3. Health clearance – the successful applicant may be required to complete a health declaration or attend a medical assessment to confirm their fitness for duty.

Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply, but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.

Diversity and Inclusion

Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.

First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.

Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

How to Apply To apply for this position please click on the “apply now” button on the Federal Court website

As part of your application, you will be required to submit a one-page response outlining your suitability for this position having regards to the selection criteria and duties of the position which are described in the position description (maximum word limit 500) and copy of academic transcript. Please ensure these documents are attached before submitting your application.

📌 Deputy Associate (Launceston)
🏢 Federal Circuit And Family Court Of Australia
📍 Launceston