Witness Assistance Service Officer |Newcastle|
- Category: Human Resource (HR) Jobs
- Location: Newcastle, New South Wales
- Job Type: Full Time / Part Time
- Salary: Estimated: $ 23K to 24K
- Published on: 2025/09/21
Prosecution Officer (Adminstrative) Level 4
$115,645. Package includes salary ($+3,2+5 - $102,+41 p.a.), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
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.
The Witness Assistance Officer will deliver quality professional assistance for vulnerable victims and witnesses of crime and/or their families who are involved in serious matters prosecuted by the ODPP. The role aims to minimise stress and potential re-traumatisation for victims and witnesses related to involvement in the criminal justice system; assist the prosecution by ensuring witnesses have the opportunity to give their evidence to the best of their ability; and assist the Office in meeting its obligations under the NSW Charter of Victims’ Rights.
We are seeking applications for our Newcastle office.
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)
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