Job Description
job description
Department of Justice
Consumer, Building and Occupational Services
Regulatory Compliance Unit
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 08 September, 2026 11:55 PM
Position details
Applications close:
Sunday 8 September, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 5
Salary:
$+6,584.00 to $101,313.00 per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, full-time
Region:
Various
Location:
Rosny or Launceston
Job description:
Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Compliance and Dispute Resolution to perform functions under the relevant legislation including the management and conduct of performance reviews, investigations and prosecutions and promoting compliance.
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 Appointment
Fixed Term until 25 July 2026
Hours per fortnight
73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
Duties
Provide timely and accurate information and guidance on legislation administered by the Unit and identify possible breaches where appropriate.
Conduct performance reviews of licensed practitioners, contractors, permit authorities and Councils.
Investigate complaints, allegations and other matters as directed by the Assistant Director Compliance and Dispute Resolution.
Prepare briefs of evidence, reports and recommendations in relation to investigations and performance audits in a timely manner.
Provide evidence in court actions and appear before Appeal bodies as required.
Promote, develop and assist with the implementation of programs, policy and guidelines that improve understanding of and compliance with relevant legislation.
Manage compliance and advisory projects and provide direction and support where necessary.
As required perform other tasks and duties within the division.
Some intra/inter-state may be required.
Desirable Requirements
Current Tasmanian driver licence.
Certificate IV Government Investigations or equivalent relevant qualification.
How to apply
To 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.
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 3445.
For more information
Dave Tilley
Director, Compliance and Dispute Resolution
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (03) 6166 4637
Reasonable Adjustment Queries
Organisational Development and Design Team
(03) 6165 7603
Department of Justice
Consumer, Building and Occupational Services
Regulatory Compliance Unit
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 08 September, 2026 11:55 PM
Position details
Applications close:
Sunday 8 September, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 5
Salary:
$+6,584.00 to $101,313.00 per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, full-time
Region:
Various
Location:
Rosny or Launceston
Job description:
Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Compliance and Dispute Resolution to perform functions under the relevant legislation including the management and conduct of performance reviews, investigations and prosecutions and promoting compliance.
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 Appointment
Fixed Term until 25 July 2026
Hours per fortnight
73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
Duties
Provide timely and accurate information and guidance on legislation administered by the Unit and identify possible breaches where appropriate.
Conduct performance reviews of licensed practitioners, contractors, permit authorities and Councils.
Investigate complaints, allegations and other matters as directed by the Assistant Director Compliance and Dispute Resolution.
Prepare briefs of evidence, reports and recommendations in relation to investigations and performance audits in a timely manner.
Provide evidence in court actions and appear before Appeal bodies as required.
Promote, develop and assist with the implementation of programs, policy and guidelines that improve understanding of and compliance with relevant legislation.
Manage compliance and advisory projects and provide direction and support where necessary.
As required perform other tasks and duties within the division.
Some intra/inter-state may be required.
Desirable Requirements
Current Tasmanian driver licence.
Certificate IV Government Investigations or equivalent relevant qualification.
How to apply
To 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.
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 3445.
For more information
Dave Tilley
Director, Compliance and Dispute Resolution
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (03) 6166 4637
Reasonable Adjustment Queries
Organisational Development and Design Team
(03) 6165 7603
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