Assistant Director - Housing and Urban Renewal (373285)


Department of State Growth
Strategy, Housing, Infrastructure and Planning
Policy, Strategy and Projects
Applications must be submitted by

Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 8

Salary:

$140,703.00 to $150,200.00 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, flexible

Region:

South

Job description:

Lead and coordinate an integrated approach to urban renewal and broader housing policy across the agency, government and our key stakeholders and to provide authoritative advice on a diverse range of policies, programs and projects. The occupant’s responsibilities will include progressing deliverables associated with the Tasmanian Housing Strategy and Action Plan, the Hobart City Deal, administration and delivery of actions under the Greater Hobart Act and supporting Tasmania’s involvement in various national housing committees and forums. They will also work closely with the other assistant directors and staff in the Division to deliver wider housing, population and planning priorities as part of our collaborative framework.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that understands the importance of flexibility. Talk to us about what flexibility may look like for you.

Duties

  • Effect strong policy outcomes through the provision of considered and expert policy and implementation advice to senior management on matters of strategic priority, with a particular focus on Housing and Urban Renewal issues.
  • Lead effective intra and inter agency collaboration and stakeholder management and engagement in the development and implementation of government policy priorities.
  • Lead the preparation of high-quality advice, briefings, correspondence and submissions that reflect whole of agency, whole of government perspectives.
  • Plan, design and manage the delivery of policy driven projects using appropriate management tools and techniques to ensure milestones are achieved and outcomes delivered on time and budget. This may include the monitoring of services provided by external consultants where appropriate.
  • Establish and build productive working relationships with key stakeholders to ensure that the Agency’s broad interests are appropriately represented in external and inter-governmental negotiations, forums and work groups.
  • Direct and oversee complex strategy and policy development, supported by relevant research, investigation and analysis.
  • Lead, inspire and coach staff (e.g. direct reports and/or project team members) to ensure timely delivery of outcomes to a high standard and consistent with organisational values.
  • Stay abreast of current issues, trends and opportunities.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

Download File Statement of Duties - Assistant Director - Housing and Urban Renewal - 373285.docx

Download File Statement of Duties - Assistant Director - Housing and Urban Renewal - 373285.pdf

Download File Advice to applicants.DOCX

Download File Advice to applicants.pdf

 

For more information

Name: John Dawson
Position: Director, Projects and Policy
Email: john.dawson@stategrowth.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0429 194 125

How to apply

To apply, please provide a one- to two-page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. 

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Complete the following application form and email your application to us at recruitment@stategrowth.tas.gov.au

Download File Application for Employment (Form 201).DOCX

Download File Application for Employment (Form 201).pdf

 

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