This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

What we're offering

• We are a child-safe organisation
• Pathways to grow your career

About the Role

The Senior Legal Officer provides legal guidance and support to stakeholders across the Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP). The role is responsible for managing the legal duty inbox, responding to legal queries, interpreting Crown Law advice, and providing guidance and support on legal matters. The occupant will contribute to legal compliance by supporting the management of liability and volunteer injury claims, preparing recommendations, and, when required, acting as a delegate under the Right to Information Act 2009.

The Senior Legal Officer prepares high-level documentation including reports, briefings, and correspondence to inform senior legal staff and departmental decision-making. The role liaises with a broad range of stakeholders, including Crown Law, schools, and departmental business units, to ensure consistent and timely legal support. Through these activities, the Senior Legal Officer helps maintain the Department’s legal integrity and supports the delivery of practical, responsive legal services across DECYP.

Period of Appointment

Ongoing - ASAP Start Date

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)

Desirable Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws or other relevant legal qualifications, together with relevant experience in managing legal issues

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online:

Statement of Duties (PDF)

Statement of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants should include:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria;
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the 24th of August 2025.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email [email protected].

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Bec Ladd
Title: Manager Legal Services
Phone: 0482 661 469
Email: [email protected]