Department of Justice
Corporate, Strategy & Governance
Office of the CIO
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 05 January, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 7
$129,302.00 to $136,089.00 per annum
Employment type:Fixed-term, full-time
Region:South
Location:Rosny
The Senior Project Manager will contribute to the successful delivery of the Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) System Replacement project by providing project management skills, experience, and knowledge, with a critical understanding of the specific business needs of affected stakeholders. Reporting to the Director, Project Management Branch (PMB), the role provides high-level project management expertise to manage the full life cycle of the RWVP system replacement. The role will work within the overarching RWVP program, which includes the expansion of the current RWVP scheme.
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.
Period of Appointment2 years.
Hours per fortnight73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
DutiesPlan, design, and manage the delivery of assigned resources to deliver the RWVP system replacement, using appropriate management tools and techniques to ensure milestones are achieved and outcomes delivered as planned in a timely and user-friendly manner.Manage the financial, information, human, and physical resources of the system replacement project in accordance with Government and Departmental policies, guidelines, and directions.Work with stakeholders and end users to successfully implement the new Information Technology (IT) based solution, including key interfaces and data sharing with State and Commonwealth government agencies.Manage vendor contracts including procurement and ongoing vendor management to ensure the technical solution/s are delivered to requirements and within expected timeframes.Liaise, consult, and communicate at senior management level, working in collaboration with the broader RWVP program team, representing the project with other Agencies, program participants, and stakeholders.Undertake development and maintenance of project-related documentation and reports including procurement documentation, project briefs, project management plans, project status reports, and risk/issues registers.As a senior member of the RWVP program team, contribute to the development of frameworks and best-practice processes and provide guidance regarding implementation to other staff.Perform other duties as envisaged by the assigned classification under the relevant industrial award or agreement and in accordance with the skills, competence, and training of the occupant.A Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration (Employee).Pre-employment ChecksThe Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion, or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted:
Arson and fire settingViolent crimes and crimes against the personSex-related offencesDrug and alcohol related offencesCrimes involving dishonestyCrimes involving deceptionMaking false declarationsMalicious damage and destruction to propertySerious traffic offencesCrimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and JusticeCrimes against Executive or the Legislative PowerCrimes involving Conspiracy2. Disciplinary action in previous employment.
Minimum QualificationsRelevant tertiary or industry recognised qualifications and expertise in Project Management, combined with 5+ years of experience in roles with similar duties.Relevant tertiary or industry recognised qualifications and expertise in IT Service Management and/or Organisational Change Management.Application ProcessTo 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 'Apply Now' 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 3652.
For more informationReview 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