Principal Policy and Project Officer (000535) Department of Premier and Cabinet
Policy and Delivery
Office of Local Government
Applications must be submitted by Tuesday 02 April, 2024 11:55 PM
Tuesday 2 April, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification: Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 7
$125,536.00 to $132,125.00 per annum
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Region: South
Location: Hobart
The Principal Policy and Project Officer will provide high level research, analysis, and advice on policy and regulatory compliance issues relevant to the Office and Division.The Principal Policy and Project Officer will lead the development and delivery of assigned policy, legislative, and regulatory compliance projects, and provide authoritative advice in relation to legislation administered by the Office.As a senior staff member in the Office, the Principal Policy and Project Officer will actively contribute to staff leadership, strategic direction-setting, risk identification and management, and continuous business improvement measures.The successful appointee may be required to assist in the development, management and implementation of elements of the Office's education and regulatory compliance program, as required.
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 also recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.
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 fortnightUp to 73.5 hours - flexible options available.
DutiesProvide high level research, analysis, and advice on policy, legislative, and regulatory issues relevant to the Division, and lead the development and delivery of solutions, proposals, and recommendations.Lead and coordinate the delivery of complex and/or high priority policy, regulatory, and legislative projects, consistent with the Office's strategic work program and the Government's priorities, including by supporting and supervising more junior staff.Provide authoritative advice to the Director of Local Government, the Secretary, and the Minister on legislation administered by the Office.Actively contribute to strategic direction-setting, risk identification and management, and continuous business improvement measures for the Office.Prepare a range of complex written materials, including ministerial and Cabinet documentation and correspondence, reports and briefing notes and supporting material for policy and legislation.Assist in the development, management, and implementation of elements of the Office's education and regulatory compliance program, as required.Effectively liaise and consult, at management level, with State agencies, local government and other stakeholders on policy, legislative, and regulatory compliance issues.Undertake other duties within this classification level and range of responsibilities which are within the employee's competence and skill level.A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsElectronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'ApplyNow' 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) 6270 5607 or (03) 6270 5599.
For more informationLuke Murphy-Gregory
A/g Assistant Director, Future of Local Government Review
Email Address: ******
Phone: (03) 6272 7022
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 7
$125,536.00 to $132,125.00 per annum
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Region: South
Location: Hobart
The Principal Policy and Project Officer will provide high level research, analysis, and advice on policy and regulatory compliance issues relevant to the Office and Division.The Principal Policy and Project Officer will lead the development and delivery of assigned policy, legislative, and regulatory compliance projects, and provide authoritative advice in relation to legislation administered by the Office.As a senior staff member in the Office, the Principal Policy and Project Officer will actively contribute to staff leadership, strategic direction-setting, risk identification and management, and continuous business improvement measures.The successful appointee may be required to assist in the development, management and implementation of elements of the Office's education and regulatory compliance program, as required.
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 7
$125,536.00 to $132,125.00 per annum
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Region: South
Location: Hobart
The Principal Policy and Project Officer will provide high level research, analysis, and advice on policy and regulatory compliance issues relevant to the Office and Division.The Principal Policy and Project Officer will lead the development and delivery of assigned policy, legislative, and regulatory compliance projects, and provide authoritative advice in relation to legislation administered by the Office.As a senior staff member in the Office, the Principal Policy and Project Officer will actively contribute to staff leadership, strategic direction-setting, risk identification and management, and continuous business improvement measures.The successful appointee may be required to assist in the development, management and implementation of elements of the Office's education and regulatory compliance program, as required.
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
