The successful candidate will be joining a high performing team whose vision is to lead collaboration and drive innovation through meaningful, evidence-based research. Working with a diverse range of clients across the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and a range of external stakeholders, the team aims to develop new knowledge that informs operational and strategic decision making and service delivery.
The core capability requirements for this role are:
- Assist in the evaluation of QPS programs and initiatives and consult with other areas of the QPS on evaluation practices, methods and approaches.
- Monitor and review policing practices, strategies and initiatives at state, national and international levels and assist in the provision of advice on their efficiency, effectiveness and applicability to the QPS.
- Undertake research into external and internal issues affecting the QPS.
- Assist with the provision of well-researched, soundly based and defensible advice to senior management.
- Liaise with internal and external clients and stakeholders and represent the QPS as required.
- Provide secretarial support to the QPS Research Committee as required.
Role Requirements:
Qualification:
- While there are no mandatory qualifications required for this role, possession of a relevant degree level qualification with a significant focus on
research and/or evaluation would be considered favourably.
Other:
- Some inter and intrastate travel may be required for short periods.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/567824/24
Closing Date: Monday, 10th June 2024