We are looking to recruit board members who are residents of Lutruwita/Tasmania. We particularly encourage applicants who live in rural, regional and remote parts of the state.

WLST values diversity and inclusion and welcome all women and non-binary people to apply.

WLST aims to create a culturally safe and respectful environment for all board members, particularly valuing the contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and individuals with lived experience of marginalisation.

All suitable candidates will be considered, but desirable attributes for this particular recruitment may include an interest or experience in:

·      Human resources

·      Workplace health and safety

·      Governance and risk management

WLST is committed to making board participation accessible and offers accommodations to support individuals with disabilities or other requirements. Attendance may be online, and alternative arrangements can be discussed to accommodate varying schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or accessibility needs.

Currently, our board meetings are held during a weekday evening, with flexibility to ensure inclusive participation. 

Commitment and Expectations

This is a voluntary position.

Board members are expected to attend bi-monthly board meetings, review materials in advance of meetings and actively participate in the governance of the organisation. There will also be opportunity to participate in board subcommittees.

Board members represent WLST in the community in a manner that upholds our values of inclusivity, respect, and cultural safety.

Board members are expected to advocate for WLST’s mission, programs, and services as appropriate.

Board terms last for three years, and board members can sit for up to two consecutive terms. 

For More Information

For additional information about our service or the requirements of the role, contact Chair Katrina Spark by email at chair@womenslegaltas.org.au.

To Apply

Please contact Chair Katrina Spark by email at chair@womenslegaltas.org.au attaching an expression of interest (maximum two pages) with a current CV, including two referees.

Applications close on Friday 25 September 2026 at 5pm.

SCHADS Level 3

Closes Monday 26th October 2026

Position Description - Paralegal - Casual (Level 3)

Women’s Legal Service Tasmania (WLST) provides a statewide community legal service for women in Tasmania, providing legal advice and information about legal and non-legal options through a dedicated telephone advice line, as well as face to face appointments, community legal education, outreach, drafting of law reform submissions and referrals to appropriate support services. Our clients are also supported by in-house financial counselling and social work services. WLST operates from three offices in Hobart, Launceston, and Burnie.

WLST is a community legal service funded by the Commonwealth Attorney-General’s Department in recognition that in addition to the general legal problems that can affect everyone, there are some areas of law in which a woman’s experience is different – as a victim of a crime, as a primary carer of children, or through discrimination or lack of equal opportunity in employment or business.

About the Role:

This role is required as temporary additional support during a period of reduced staffing.

Working within our dedicated teams, the Paralegal will have the opportunity to work closely with our legal and allied professional teams to provide integrated, trauma informed legal support to our clients. Under the supervision of the Assistant Principal Solicitor or the Principal Solicitor, the Paralegal will provide practical support to all staff to achieve the objectives of the organisation.

SCHADS Level 6

Position Description - Solicitor - Full time (Level 6)

Women’s Legal Service Tasmania (WLST) provides a statewide community legal service for women in Tasmania, providing legal advice and information about legal and non-legal options through a dedicated telephone advice line, as well as face to face appointments, community legal education, outreach, drafting of law reform submissions and referrals to appropriate support services. Our clients are also supported by in-house financial counselling and social work services. WLST operates from three offices in Hobart, Launceston, and Burnie.

WLST is a community legal service funded by the Commonwealth Attorney-General’s Department in recognition that in addition to the general legal problems that can affect everyone, there are some areas of law in which a woman’s experience is different – as a victim of a crime, as a primary carer of children, or through discrimination or lack of equal opportunity in employment or business.

About the Role:

Under the supervision of the Assistant Principal Solicitor, the Solicitor will provide a high level of supportive, plain language legal advice, information and referral to women who contact the telephone legal advice line.  Where appropriate, the provision of face-to-face advice, preparation of written documents and correspondence, and ongoing representation will be undertaken. 

A large percentage of calls received by WLST relate to family law issues, however, calls can relate to any area of the law, and as such a commitment to professional development is important. 

The Burnie and Launceston offices were established under the Australian Government Women’s Safety Package, and function as a specialist domestic violence unit (DVU) to assist women and their families impacted by or experiencing family and domestic violence.

The provision of community legal education (CLE) workshops, drafting of law reform and lobbying submissions, along with organisational and administrative responsibilities are also a component of this position. 

Some intrastate travel may be required from time to time.