Member - NSW Sentencing Council at NSW Government Department of Communities and Justice

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sentencing, Criminal justice system, Critical thinking, Sound judgement, Cooperative work, Research, Policy analysis

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Member - NSW Sentencing Council The NSW Attorney General is calling for applications to be considered for an appointment to the NSW Sentencing Council for: a member representing the general community The NSW Sentencing Council advises the NSW Attorney General on sentencing matters and oversees the production of research papers and reports. The Council is constituted by 16 members with diverse experience including judicial officers, prosecutors, criminal defence lawyers, police, victims’ advocates and members of the community. The Council meets monthly via hybrid arrangements, either in the Sydney CBD or on Microsoft Teams. Appointment to the Council is a statutory appointment, governed by Part 8B of the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999 (NSW). The Act also contains details about the constitution and functions of the NSW Sentencing Council. For further information about the Council and its work, please visit www.sentencingcouncil.nsw.gov.au Selection Criteria interest in, and insight into, the issues regarding sentencing, and the criminal justice system generally, and the ability to work co-operatively and exercise sound judgement. Any community experience in the justice sector or related fields will be considered favourably. Members may receive a limited payment for attending meetings in accordance with the NSW Government Boards and Committees Remuneration schedule and relevant Premier’s Memoranda. Enquiries: Tanya Railton, Policy Manager, NSW Law Reform Commission and Sentencing Council Secretariat, tanya.railton@dcj.nsw.gov.au Jackie Hartley, Policy Manager, NSW Law Reform Commission and Sentencing Council Secretariat, Jackie.hartley@dcj.nsw.gov.au How to apply: Click apply and attach: A detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae, with the names of two referees A cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing: the selection criteria, and your suitability to be appointed Applications close: 11.59 pm AEST – Sunday, 3 May 2026 Please go to jobs.dcj.nsw.gov.au and search Job Reference Number 82459.

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Responsibilities

The member will advise the NSW Attorney General on sentencing matters and oversee the production of research papers and reports. They are expected to participate in monthly meetings to contribute to the Council's statutory functions.