Police Lawyer (Courts and Prosecution Services Division)

About the role

The Courts and Prosecution Services Division (CPSD) of Legal Services, Victoria Police, is looking for Police Lawyers to represent Victoria Police in the Magistrates' and Children's Court, covering therapeutic, family violence, summary crime and youth crime areas. Positions are based in the South-East Prosecutions Group, primarily at the Dandenong, Frankston or Korumburra Prosecutions Unit, depending on the outcome. The role is advocacy focused, with training and professional development offered.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and appear in court in the Magistrates' and Children's Court jurisdictions
• Provide legal advice and draft court submissions
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to address community harm
• Maintain working relationships with legal representatives and court staff
• Support Principal and Supervising Lawyers with complex County Court cases
• Give professional guidance to Legal Support Officers

Required profile

• Admitted to practice as an Australian Lawyer, with an Australian Practising Certificate or immediate eligibility for one
• Australian citizen, permanent resident or holder of a valid work permit or visa
• Ability to work in a team and in a developing environment, with resilience and emotional intelligence
• Sound knowledge of the Victorian criminal justice system and up-to-date awareness of policy and legislation changes
• Current and valid Victorian driver licence
• Willingness to work outside normal hours and to move between prosecution units as needed

Required skills

• Court advocacy
• Drafting of court submissions

What we offer

• Fixed-term full-time position of 3 years
• Salary range of $81,496 to $98,955, with possible higher start based on experience
• Flexible working arrangements and professional development

Applications close midnight on 17 November 2026 and must be submitted through the Victorian Government careers website or Seek, with a cover letter, resume, completed application form and a copy of the Practising Certificate. Pre-employment checks may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.