• Strengthen community through advocacy, care and action.
• Work across advice, advocacy, outreach and litigation.
• $140,862 - $144,058 + super + salary packaging & leave loading!

Job: 1636088 | Full-Time | Fixed-Term (September 2026) | Dubbo, NSW | $140,862 - $144,058 (Based on Experience)

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.

Your Impact
As a valued member of the ACFAS team, you'll support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families through culturally safe legal advice, advocacy and representation in Care & Protection and family law matters. Through early intervention, outreach and community engagement, you'll help create stronger outcomes for children, families and communities. Each day, you will:

• Provide early intervention legal advice, representation and advocacy in Care & Protection and family law matters for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
• Conduct casework including legal research, preparation of matters, court appearances, and maintenance of accurate files and records.
• Deliver community legal education, outreach, and stakeholder engagement, including participation in early intervention activities.
• Maintain strong cultural competency and client-focused communication, supporting clients who may be distressed or experiencing complex legal issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies, including making referrals and contributing to interagency relationships and service coordination.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, ALS policies and procedures, while maintaining.

Your Story & Strengths
You are a skilled and motivated legal advocate who understands and respects the cultural, social, and historical context that shapes the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You bring both technical excellence and a deep commitment to community and justice. Key strengths include:

• A NSW Practising Certificate with a minimum of 4 years' experience in Care & Protection/Family Law.
• Strong understanding of child protection law, contemporary practice, procedures and commitment to social justice principles.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and respect for Aboriginal communities, with the ability to deliver culturally appropriate legal services.
• Excellent legal skills including written and verbal communication, legal research, analysis, problem-solving and sound judgement.
• Proven ability to manage a complex and varied workload independently and within a team, meeting deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Willingness to be based in regional NSW (Dubbo or Moree), travel across the region, and hold a current unrestricted NSW driver’s licence.

Our Journey Together
At ALS, you’ll find a career that truly matters, one where your work has purpose and impact every day. We are proud to offer a supportive and rewarding environment with a range of generous benefits, including:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket.
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
• Career and professional development opportunities.

Caring for Community & You
To protect the communities we serve, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid National Police Check and Working with Children (NSW) check for this role.

ALS is committed to equal opportunity and cultural safety in recruitment for all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Team at talent@alsnswact.org.au - we will work with you to ensure an accessible and supportive experience.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.