Position Details Continuing | Part-Time at 0.6 FTE Higher Education Officer Level 8 | $106,842 - $118,281 (pro rata) Location: Bedford Park View Position Description About the College of Business Government and Law The College of Business, Government and Law (CBGL) fosters future-oriented research and training. With a reputation for academic achievement and innovative thinking in business, commerce, health care management, politics and public policy, international relations, law, and criminology. CBGL is a forward-thinking place to research, study, and work, supported by practical work-ready opportunities, innovative teaching and industry connected researchers. About the Clinic Flinders Legal Centre (FLC) is operated by Flinders University and offers free, independent, and confidential legal advice and information. Our aim is to provide Client-centred lawyering through student-centred learning to embed professional skills and ethics. FLC services are available to anyone in the community, and is accessible online, or in-person by arrangement. The practice also receives referrals from the Legal Services Commission of South Australia, Southern Community and Limestone Coast Community Centre, as well as other Community Legal Centres, private practitioners and the wider community. Clients meet with Flinders University Law student interns and recent graduates, who can provide legal advice and information. These interns and graduates work closely with experienced supervising solicitors, and advise on a wide range of matters, including financial disputes and debt, Employment Relationships, Car accidents, Setting up a business, Insurance, Building and construction and Accommodation About the Role As the Clinic Supervisor you will be responsible for the effective supervision of a cohort of law students and law graduates (our ratio is 1:8), in the provision of high-quality advice to clients of the Flinders Legal Centre. You will also be responsible for the supervision of students involved in the First Year Clinic Placement Programme. In this role you will contribute to the development, review, maintenance, and operation of the Flinders Legal Centre ensuring effective risk management and compliance with professional obligations. About You You are a high-level communicator with well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in the provision of legal advice and case work across a range of legal practice areas. You will be committed to student learning and demonstrate interest in experiential learning and teaching to effectively mentor junior legal practitioners. With extensive experience as a legal practitioner, and holding a South Australian unrestricted practicing certificate to be successful in this role you will also have: Tertiary qualifications in law. A current, full South Australian drivers license An interest in giving back to the community Solid knowledge & experience of a working legal practice Familiarity with LEAP legal management software would be advantageous. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Prescribed Conditions for Employment A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy How to Apply and Information You are required to submit your CV and a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description. For more information regarding this position, please contact Fiona Brady Certification Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm: 08 Apr 2024 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.