Manager Assessment And Investigations

The Office of the Independent Assessor (OIA) is a statutory authority that is part of the councillor conduct complaints framework in Queensland. We are responsible for assessing, investigating, and where appropriate, prosecuting allegations of misconduct by councillors. We aim to do this in a way that is transparent, balanced and which aims to build capacity in the local government sector. Our vision is: Trust in the integrity of councillors.You can be a part of our team by bringing your passion, energy, and leadership skills to support our vision. You will have the opportunity to join a workplace where your knowledge, experience, diversity and individuality are valued.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Management
Classification AO8
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/565202/24
Closing date 30-May-2024
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Contact person Charlie Kohn
Contact details PH: (07) 3334 2603
Access theRole Overview:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a high performing team as Manager Assessment and Investigations where you will lead the OIA's investigation team and provide leadership, management, guidance and support to a team while ensuring quality, consistent and timely Assessment and investigation activities. This includes cases of serious and/or of a complex nature within a high-volume caseload. You will also be required to conduct some investigations into more serious and/or complex matters. You will also provide quality advice to the Deputy Independent Assessor, guiding decision-making and strategic direction.Key Accountabilities:
Reporting to the Deputy Independent Assessor, you will:

• Provide operational leadership to the investigation team.
• Provide oversight of, and lead, team members in the provision of superior Assessment and investigation activities including:

o conducting complex and sensitive investigations in line with the functions set out in section 150AY of the Local Government Act 2009, using statutory powers available to investigators under Chapter 5A, Part 4, Division 5, by drafting and serving formal notices in the investigation of allegations of misconduct and corrupt conduct.
o assessing complex oral and written information against evidentiary requirements in local government legislation to accurately inform the course of an investigation through the case management process.
o conducting formal interviews with witnesses and subject councillors, both inperson and via electronic communication means.
o drafting correspondence and affidavits to ensure the production of high-quality and timely documents.
o providing critical technical and evidential advice and preparing high-quality briefings and electronic briefs of evidence.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships and strategic networks with internal and external stakeholders
• Be an active member of the OIA's Leadership Team, fostering a positive culture of strong teamwork, open communication, leadership, innovation, inclusion and

diversity.

• As part of the OIA's Leadership Team, foster a culture which drives performance against the strategic and operational priorities of the team.
• Actively mentor staff, focussed on continual improvement, staff development and diversity of thinking. This includes encouraging innovation and team learning by leading the development and delivery of training to staff.
• Undertake investigations into conduct that has been assessed as more sensitive, serious and/or complex in nature.

About you:
To be successful in this role, you will have proven experience leading teams to deliver outcomes in a disciplinary framework, while managing and conducting investigations. With your positive outlook you will thrive when you are empowering individual team members to be at their best. You will also champion diversity of thinking and be energised by continual improvement where it is needed. You will have a track record of striving for excellence and building cohesive working relationships and you will be known for keeping calm under pressure and supporting your team to manage risk appropriately.Familiarity or previous experience working within a local government will be highly regarded, as will relevant tertiary qualifications in investigations.To learn more about the role, download the role description or for a confidential discussion contact Charlie Kohn, Deputy Independent Assessor on telephone (07) 3334 2603 or emailApplications to remain current for 12 months.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.