EL1 Deputy Registrar

Join our team as a Deputy Registrar!The Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) expects to have multiple opportunities for EL1 Deputy Registrars, to join the Case Management branch.These hybrid positions can be located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth.Remuneration:
The annual salary range for the position is EL1 - $117,665 to $138,493 p.a., plus a generous employer superannuation contribution of 15.4%.About the Tribunal:
The Administrative Review Tribunal plays a crucial role in the Australian legal landscape, providing a process for individuals and organisations to seek an independent review of decisions made under a wide range of Commonwealth laws.You can learn more about the Tribunal on the ART website.What we offer:
competitive salary including generous superannuation employer contribution of 15.4%salary packaging optionssupportive career development opportunitiesaccess to holistic health and wellbeing programs support including Fitness Passport which provides discount to 350+ gyms, free annual influenza vaccinations and free eye testsgenerous leave allowances including Christmas to New Year office closure with no deduction from your leave balanceEmployee Assistance Program for you and your familypositive and inclusive culture.Read our Enterprise Agreement for more information about our terms and conditions of employment.About the opportunity:
Reporting to the EL2 Registrar Lead, Deputy Registrars exercise delegated powers and manage cases of varying complexity.
As a Deputy Registrar you may assist with the design and implementation of targeted case management strategies for particular caseloads, lead or contribute to national quality improvement projects, or where appropriate, manage the workloads and performance of other registrars.The Registrars team is responsible for managing applications for review (cases) from lodgement through to finalisation, or readiness for hearing by Tribunal members.
Registrars at various APS levels exercise functions or powers related to the management of cases as authorised by the President of the Tribunal or the ART Act.About you:
Successful candidates are expected to have the ability to undertake pre-constitution functions related to management of cases including conducting Tribunal case events and implementing effective case management strategies.The ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders, including liaison with parties to ensure efficient progression of cases will also be highly regarded.To be successful you will have:
Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for improvement and to promote a positive approach to dealing with uncertainty and ambiguity during substantial organisational change.Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate information clearly, make persuasive recommendations, and adapt to the needs of different audiences.Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to interpret and apply legislation.Proven capacity to deliver results and effective outcomes, develop creative solutions and to manage risks appropriately.Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain productive relationships with a variety of stakeholders, and work collaboratively to achieve outcomes and negotiate successfully.Demonstrated knowledge and understanding, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge and understanding of the Tribunal's legislative and policy context, particularly in relation to the delivery of case management services to diverse users.Essential:
Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if requiredA degree from a university, or an educational qualification of a similar standing, in the field of law, orAn educational qualification, or training and experience, related to dispute resolution, orExperience related to one or more functions or powers of the TribunalDesirable:
Accreditation as a mediator under the National Mediator Accreditation System, or equivalent experience in conducting resolution processes in a high-volume dispute or complaint setting.More information about this position, the scope of the role, duties and required capabilities and experience, is contained within the Position Description, which is linked below and available on our Career Opportunities page.How to apply:
To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via the Career Opportunities page.
Please click on the job title you are applying for.
Click Apply at the top of the page and follow the instructions on the online application.Position Eligibility requirements:
The Tribunal requires Australian Citizenship as a condition of engagement.All employees are required to undertake an Australian Federal Police Check and a Health Assessment.Please submit a CV (of no more than 4 pages) and cover letter (of no more than 2 pages) addressing how you feel your experience matches the capabilities and experience of role, referring to the Position Description.Applications close:
11:
45pm AEST 25 May 2025Should you wish to discuss this position, please contact:
Name:
Annelies van den BrunTitle:
RegistrarTel:
(08) 6222 7211Email:
*** contact the Talent team on (02) 9276 5443 or *** should you require assistance with accessing our website or with lodging your application.We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to responding to every applicant.Please note a merit list/pool may be created to fill future like vacancies.
Suitable candidates on this merit list/pool may be contacted in relation to identical or similar non-ongoing and ongoing roles in the Tribunal, or the broader APS, within 18 months from the original advertised date in gazettal.The Administrative Review Tribunal is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees.
We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all genders, LGBTQI+ community and mature age people.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy.
Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.
For more information visit:

/apsc.gov.au/recruitability
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