Senior Policy Officer (526531 & 526532) - Multiple Positions Homes TasmaniaHomes TasmaniaHT - Housing Policy and ProgramsApplications must be submitted by Sunday 14 April, 2024 11:55 PMSunday 14 April, 2024 11:55 PM AESTAward/Classification: Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 6Employment type: Full TimeRegion: North, North West, South, StatewideThis is a senior officer role within the Housing Policy and Programs branch, requiring experience in developing program guidelines and requirements for social services and performance measures to monitor and evaluate the operational success of programs delivered or funded by Homes Tasmania.The Senior Policy Officer, as part of the Program and Service Design unit, will contribute to the design and development of initiatives to reform service delivery, as necessary, by working collegially with key stakeholders to deliver change and embed new practices.$104,756.00 to $118,730.00 pro rata, per annum - plus 11.0 % SuperannuationClassification:General Stream Band 6Award:Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) AwardAbout us:Homes Tasmania is building homes and creating opportunities for Tasmanians by delivering new social and affordable homes.We work with a range of agencies and sectors so Tasmanians can benefit from a resilient and diverse housing market that allows them to continue to improve their housing situation and all the opportunities that better housing makes possible.Homes Tasmania is committed to investing in its people to ensure a sustainable and successful organisation through a positive workplace culture and highly capable employees. Find out how this role could work for you.Period of employment / Hours:Two positions - Permanent full-time ( 76.00 hours per fortnight ) day work (part-time hours may be considered by negotiation).Please note: Other permanent full-time and part-time vacancies, and fixed term full-time and part-time vacancies,that may arise in the near future may also be filled from this selection process.Location:Homes Tasmania - Program and Service Design - Housing Policy and Programs - ** Statewide** Note - Specific work location to be negotiated with the successful applicant.Duties:This is a senior officer role within the Housing Policy and Programs branch, requiring experience in developing program guidelines and requirements for social services and performance measures to monitor and evaluate the operational success of programs delivered or funded by Homes Tasmania.The Senior Policy Officer, as part of the Program and Service Design unit, will contribute to the design and development of initiatives to reform service delivery, as necessary, by working collegially with key stakeholders to deliver change and embed new practices.Skills and experience:Selection criteria includes :Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills and demonstrated ability to develop policy and performance measures, to design, monitor and evaluate social services.Demonstrated ability to conduct research and consult with experts to provide timely and accurate advice, recommendations and solutions to senior managers and colleagues on relevant issues across the spectrum of their responsibilities.Highly developed written communication skills, including attention to detail, and ability to prepare concise and correct written documents that identify relevant issues.Note : - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for ALL the selection criteria of this position.Current Driver's Licence.Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of study from a recognised tertiary institution.The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:1. Conviction checks in the following areas: a) crimes of violenceb) sex related offencesc) serious drug offencesd) crimes involving dishonestye) serious traffic offences( If Driver's License is an Essential Requirement )2. Identification check3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents*** Prospective applicants please note: ***All prospective or interested applicants to this position are strongly encouraged to contact Madeleine Napolitano (contact details below) for further information about the position, and clarification about the specific written requirements of your application .Also refer below on 'How to apply'For more information (Contact Officer) :Position:Manager - Program and Service DesignPhone: 0415 974 174 (mob)How to apply:Your application to the vacancy must be submitted as a Short Form Application (SFA)SFA consists of a maximum two-page written application plus a resume.Online applications are preferred - please click the blue 'ApplyNow' button.If you apply online: - PleaseDO NOT send a hard copy application as well. - You do not need to upload an Application for Employment form.- OR -If you have any difficulty accessing/using the online application process please email your application documents (preferably combined as 1 word or pdf document only) AND a copy of the application form (below) to : ****** 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
