Department of Justice
WorkSafeTasmania
Compensation and Communications
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 01 May, 2024 11:55 PM
Award/Classification: Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 6
$105,921.00 to $119,801.00 per annum
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Region: South
Location: Rosny
The position is responsible for the effective co-ordination and administration of the day to day operations of the Tasmanian Asbestos Compensation Scheme. The position supports the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner in the provision of authoritative advice and assistance to workers, and their families, suffering from asbestos-related diseases, assessment of claims for compensation and providing associated recommendations.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.
The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact listed at the end of this vacancy.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.
Hours per fortnight73.50 hours per fortnight- flexible options available.
DutiesProvide authoritative support, advice, guidance, and education in relation to asbestos compensation to workers, their families, stakeholders, and the community in general.Assess and investigate claims for compensation and provide appropriate recommendations to the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner.Manage a case load and coordinate the payment process of compensation benefits and entitlements to claimants.Lead and manage the operational unit, including the assigned human, physical and financial resources, and implement appropriate procedures, practices and systems to ensure the efficient operation of the Asbestos Compensation Scheme.Provide high-level administrative support to the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner and Director Compensation Schemes, including the preparation of high-level documents and correspondence.Ensure the provision of effective and efficient client services to applicants and assist in the resolution of complex issues as they arise.Other duties as directed.A degree or tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline.Previous experience in a regulatory or legislative environment, and claims or case management.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.
Please apply online by clicking the 'ApplyNow' button.
Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4912.
Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.#J-18808-Ljbffr
