ABOUT US

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is the independent prosecuting authority of New South Wales (NSW) and is responsible for the prosecution of all serious offences committed against the laws of the State on behalf of the people of NSW. Our vision is to be a dynamic prosecution service recognised for its excellence and leadership.

ABOUT YOU (ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS):

• This is a child-related position. Applicants must provide a valid Working With Children Check number or an Application number. A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance is required as a condition of employment. Please visit the Children Guardian’s website for more information: Working with Children Check | Office of the Children’s Guardian (nsw.gov.au)
• Degree qualifications in Social Work
• Competitive candidates will have extensive knowledge of the criminal justice system, criminal process in NSW and experience in counselling or case management in trauma related areas such as child sexual assault, adult sexual assault, domestic violence and/or grief and loss.
• Applicants will also have significant experience in the management of direct service delivery and supervision of staff at a senior level.
• This position also requires the successful applicant to have a current driver’s license and willingness to travel to regional areas.

The Witness Assistance Service (WAS) is a specialist unit within the ODPP which works as part of the prosecution team to assist and support victims of crime and vulnerable witnesses through the criminal justice process to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient prosecution service.
The Witness Assistance Service, Director leads the operational management of the entire WAS function statewide and holds accountability for ensuring delivery on the ODPP’s commitment to victims and witnesses, obligations under the ODPP Prosecution Guidelines and other policies and the NSW Charter of Victim’s Rights (Victim Rights and Support Act 2013). The Witness Assistance Service, Director also ensures ODPP staff are given the opportunity to enjoy rewarding and challenging careers and provides strategic and inspirational leadership.
As the Witness Assistance Service, Director you will work closely with the Executive and Director’s Chambers to facilitate improved engagement, recognition and input across the Office regarding WAS policy, advice and representation in line with the Office’s strategic plan to provide a more trauma informed prosecution service.