Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

Duties

1. Develop, manage and lead the program of investigations, compliance, strategic sector performance reviews and education activities as they relate to the Local Government sector.
2. Conduct formal investigations and make recommendations in a timely manner to support resolution of governance issues experienced in councils.
3. Prepare high level written work and correspondence which may include submissions, briefings, correspondence and reports.
4. Work with Crown Law in respect of legal issues to support the investigations and compliance activities.
5. Build and maintain productive and collaborative working relationship with councils and other key stakeholders.
6. Provide high level advice to the Director, Deputy Secretary and Minister on Local Government matters particularly as they relate to the investigations, compliance, performance and education activities.
7. Contribute to the leadership and management of the Office of Local Government, as part of the management team together with building and maintaining skills and capacity within the team with regard to investigations, performance inquiries, compliance and education activities.
8. Represent the Office, Division, the Department and/or the State Government in intergovernmental forums and public forums as required.

Desirable Requirements

Tertiary qualifications or demonstration of an equivalent level of skills.

Recognised formal investigative certification and/or training.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SOD - Assistant Director - Regulation and Performance (003596) .pdf

 SOD - Assistant Director - Regulation and Performance (003596) .docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.pdf

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6165 9920.

For more information

Mike Mogridge
Acting Executive Director Local Government 
michael.mogridge@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03)6232 7022