Job description
Agency Attorney-General's Department Work unit Director of Public Prosecutions

Job title Associate to the Director of Public Prosecutions Designation Skilled 2

Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 10/02/2027 up to 12 months

Salary $95,697 - $114,104 Location Alice Springs, Darwin

Position number 51436 RTF 361066 Closing 23/11/2026

Contact Officer Melinda Listing, Assistant Director on 08 8935 7500 or [email protected]

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Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=361066

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
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.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE
website.

Primary objective
Provide high-level legal, research, strategic and administrative support to the Director of Public Prosecutions, contributing to the effective
operation of the Director's Chambers and supporting the Director's statutory, legal, organisational and stakeholder responsibilities. The Associate
acts as a trusted adviser and coordinating point for matters requiring the Director's attention while maintaining the highest standards of
professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide legal, policy and strategic support to the Director and Director’s Chambers, including legal research, preparation of briefs,



speeches,

presentations, correspondence, reports and other written materials.
2. Coordinate and manage matters requiring the Director's attention, ensuring competing priorities are appropriately identified, monitored and

progressed.
3. Conduct legal research and prepare concise advice, summaries, briefing papers and discussion papers on complex criminal law, policy and

operational issues.
4. Assist in the preparation of matters in which the Director appears as counsel, including reviewing evidence, legal authorities and submissions,

liaising with prosecutors, external counsel and court staff as required.
5. Draft, proofread and coordinate internal communications, external correspondence, speaking notes, speeches, presentations and stakeholder

materials on behalf of the Director.
6. Act as a key liaison point between the Director's Chambers, legal staff, government agencies, courts, external stakeholders and professional

bodies where necessary.
7. Support the efficient operation of the Director's Chambers, including file management, information management, meeting preparation and

administrative coordination.
8. Maintain a small prosecutorial file load or undertake special projects and other duties as directed that contribute to the achievement of

organisational objectives.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated knowledge of criminal law, criminal procedure and evidence law.
2. Highly developed written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate and persuasive legal and non-legal documents.
3. Demonstrated research, analytical and problem-solving skills,



with the ability to interpret complex legal and policy issues and provide sound

recommendations.
4. Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and meet tight deadlines in a

high-pressure environment.
5. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
6. Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
7. High level interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with members of the judiciary, legal profession,

government agencies and the public.
8. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a professional legal environment.
9. An ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures.
10. Willingness to undertake travel, including remote travel in light aircraft.
11. Hold (or have the capacity to obtain) a current Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).
Desirable
1. Admitted or eligible for admission as a barrister or solicitor of the High Court or of a Supreme Court of a State or Territory of Australia
2. Knowledge of the Director of Public Prosecutions Act, DPP Prosecution Policy and Guidelines and the Northern Territory criminal justice system.
3. Experience preparing speeches, briefing materials or executive correspondence for senior executives or statutory office holders.
Further information
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check including a Fingerprint Scan and Name Check. A criminal history
check will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. Pre- employment form is to be submitted with your
online application, to support the selection panel in assessing your application.
Approved July 2026 Pat Williams, Acting Director

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📌 Associate to the Director of Public Prosecutions (Alice Springs)
🏢 Attorney-General's Department
📍 Alice Springs