District Officer

South Australian State Emergency Service
Job reference: 603006
Location: - VARIOUS -
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneLocation:
Various-Multiple vacancies:1x PORT LINCOLN2x PORT PIRIE (Preferred)
Port Augusta and Mid North considered.Primary Purpose:The objectives of the SES are to build disaster resilient communities, ensure a coordinated and well managed emergency response, delivering a sustainable well -trained workforce, and conducting an ethical well managed agency. Consistent with these objectives, the primary aim of the role of District Officer is to support Unit Managers and Volunteers to build and maintain the operational and human resource capacity of each unit in the District and Region to ensure active readiness and capability in the event of an emergency This includes:

• Lead, manage, and support SES Volunteers and Units through coaching, mentoring, recruitment and retention, and administration activities.
• Build and maintain operational capacity of SES Units and Districts
• Coordinate, deliver, and assess nationally accredited and agency training and skills maintenance.
• Undertake the role of Executive Officer to a Zone Emergency Management Committee and represent SES at relevant zone and district level emergency management forums.
• Perform incident management roles during emergencies, including rostered on-call Regional Duty Officer arrangements.

Essential Qualifications:

• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent), or ability to gain within 12 months.
• Unrestricted motor vehicle license (and willingness to drive)

Remuneration:
ASO5
$84,522 - $94,003Special Conditions:
Due to the nature of supporting a volunteer workforce, frequent weekend and evening work will be required.Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory Emergency Services Sector Criminal History Check. For all special conditions, please refer to the Role Description.Talent PoolA talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of candidates who have undergone an assessment process and have been identified as suitable for this role or similar roles for a period of 18 months. Being part of a talent pool means that you may be considered for casual, temporary or ongoing employment for a range of similar roles.Enquiries:
Ben Birbeck
Regional Commander
Ph:(08) 8115 3889
Email:ben.birbeck@eso.sa.gov.auApplication Instructions:
Applicants are required to address the criteria outlined in the Application Guidelines document.Applications must be submitted online.The South Australian State Emergency Service is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, inclusion and supports a culture of safety and respect.We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities, women and other diverse groups to help us build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive and inclusive recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application.Applications close: 09/07/2024 11:45 PMAttachments:
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-Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.