Job Task Analysis -Legal Prosecutions Coordinator

• Use your prosecution expertise to represent Council and drive effective regulatory outcomes
• Full-time permanent role
• Hybrid work options available, with an average of two days working from home per week
• $113,526 - $127,181 per annum (dependent on skills & experience) plus superannuation
• Location: Cheltenham

About the Team

Join a collaborative team that supports Council's compliance and enforcement functions across areas including Local Laws, Animal Management, Environmental Health, Vegetation Compliance, Municipal Building Surveyor and City Development.

About the Role

As Prosecutions Coordinator, you will lead Council's prosecution function, managing matters from investigation through to court and tribunal outcomes. You will represent Council in Courts of summary jurisdiction, VCAT and the Building Appeals Board, while providing practical advice and support to Council officers on enforcement and compliance matters.

This role requires strong legal, advocacy and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory matters and deliver successful outcomes.

What You'll Deliver

• Represent Council in courts and tribunals as its prosecutor.
• Prepare and manage prosecution documentation, briefs of evidence, charge sheets and summonses.
• Provide advice and guidance on compliance, enforcement and prosecution matters.
• Review evidence and investigation reports to ensure legal and statutory requirements are met.
• Support and advise Authorised Officers to strengthen prosecution outcomes.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, legal representatives and external agencies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, reporting and policy development.

Your Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Experience in prosecutions, investigations, enforcement or regulatory compliance
• Strong working knowledge of court and tribunal processes and legal documentation
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation in a practical and effective way
• Experience preparing and reviewing briefs of evidence and prosecution matters
• Strong advocacy and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and accurate advice
• Sound judgement and the ability to manage complex and sensitive matters

Qualifications

• A law degree and admission as an Australian Solicitor (highly advantageous) with several years of relevant experience, or
• A degree or diploma in a legal or justice fields with extensive relevant experience.

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate Kingston City Council’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

How to Apply 

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers' portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries

For any enquiries about the position, please contact Astrid Di Carlo, Legal Executive Manager at Astrid.DiCarlo@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston City Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for us

At Kingston City Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home
• Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.