Principal Policy Officer / Senior Regulatory Officer

Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 599656
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneClassification: ASO7 / ASO6
Salary Range: $106,512- $115,137 / $97,022 - $102,626
Duration: up to 2 years
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: Multiple
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Thursday 20 June 2024About the OpportunityCalling all policy professionals. Are you seeking a new and challenging opportunity where the policies you work on make a difference across South Australia?Consumer & Business Services has multiple outstanding opportunities at the ASO6 (Senior Regulatory Officer) and ASO7 (Principal Policy Officer) level to become a vital member in an agency with broad regulatory remit shaping the state.As a Senior Regulatory Officer or Principal Policy Officer, you will work in a small and passionate team where you will deliver strategic initiatives and law reform projects in line with government priorities. Through sound decision making, strategic thinking and strong interpersonal skills you will foster effective stakeholder and working relationships to inform Government policy and meet agreed timeframes. Your ability to pick up content quickly, manage tight deadlines and use strong political nous in leading stakeholder consultation and advice provision will be instrumental to achieving impactful outcomes.Key responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to the identification, development and analysis of timely and high-level strategic advice and policy and legislative reform relating to CBS’ responsibilities.
• Develop and participate in complex policy advice, research, analysis and correspondence for and on behalf of the Commissioner, Chief Executive and Minister.
• Oversee and prepare strategic policy papers, discussion papers, submissions and briefs on policy and program issues, including advice on interpretation of complex legislation.
• Initiate and develop project and legislative reform management documentation including briefs, budgets, drafting instructions and status reports of critical importance to the Government that have State-wide significance.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and peak bodies, including the community sector, in the development of policy and legislative reform

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Demonstrated achievement in managing the end-to-end delivery of strategic reform projects, including policy development.
• Experience in providing high level analysis, recommendations and advice on reform projects of a politically sensitive nature.
• A proven ability to establish and develop effective collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability adjust work focus to meet changing priorities and deadlines without compromising on quality.
• Demonstrated ability to operate within broad policy guidelines and exercise significant levels of independent judgement.
• Excellent written communication skills as it applies to policy papers, discussion papers, submissions and briefs.

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities as a public servant of South Australia.
• Working from home arrangements available.
• wonderful team and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring.
• Salary sacrifice options available.
• Convenient office location close to public transport and Rundle Mall.

CBS is seeking to establish a pool of experienced, high-performing and motivated individuals through this process. Successful candidates will be placed in a pool for a period of 12 months and may be considered for term positions as they arise within the agency.Successful candidates may be offered roles at either the ASO6 or ASO7 level dependent upon demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated through the recruitment process ASO6 $97,022 - $102,626 pa ASO7 $106,512 - $115,137 paAbout the BusinessThe Attorney-General’s Department (AGD) provides a range of legal, regulatory and other services for the government and people of South Australia. Employing around 1500 staff, AGD promotes justice by protecting people’s rights, holding people to account according to the law, improving safety and contributing to an efficient and fair justice system.Consumer and Business Services (CBS) is a division of the Attorney-General’s Department and is responsible for protecting consumers, supporting and regulating businesses and recording significant life events for South Australians. CBS is customer focused and flexible in its activities, providing accessible information and services.CBS constitutes a large part of South Australia’s business/consumer regulatory system and is the regulator for many businesses and professions.CBS’ strategic goals are to:

• Deliver effective regulation – by ensuring fair markets, safe products and empowered consumers.
• Look after each other – fostering an engaging, positive and healthy work environment.
• Look after our customers – ensuring an informative, consistent and responsive service.
• Find better ways of working – through improved services and information.

The Regulatory Services Branch is responsible for providing an informative, consistent and responsive service through the provision of high-level strategic advice to, and on behalf of, senior officials, Ministers and the South Australian Government. This includes, developing and delivering legislative and policy reform on behalf of the Minister, Attorney-General and Commissioner that is in line with the Government's broader strategy and priorities.For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and Consumer and Business Services, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au/Special Conditions for EmploymentEmployment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.Some out of hours work may be required.Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.Additional NotesYou will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information, please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Emily Sims, Assistant Director Regulatory Services, CBS on 7424 6442 or Emily.Sims2@sa.gov.auClick Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website .
Applications close: 20/06/2024 11:30 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.