The Intelligence Advisor will be responsible for the in-depth collection, evaluation, analysis and dissemination of timely intelligence advice to appropriate Agency personnel and external stakeholders to inform decision making to manage risk within the operating environment.

As an experienced intelligence practitioner, the Intelligence Advisor provides guidance, mentorship and professional advice to junior intelligence staff.

Job details

The Intelligence Advisor will:

• Monitor prisoner activities, focusing on the collection, analysis and reporting of critical threats, risks and issues relevant to the agency.
• Identify potential targets, along with associated risks and emerging trends critical for maintaining safety and security.
• Prepare and disseminate quality intelligence products, that seeks to inform and influence internal external stakeholders on matters of emerging threats and issues impacting the correctional environment and community.
• Develop and maintain strong networks with internal and external stakeholders though information sharing and adopting a collaborative approach to risk management strategies.
• Contribute to the Intelligence Management Plan and Information Collection Plan to meet operational requirements.
• Provide informal training, mentoring and professional practice advice to staff.
• Prepare comprehensive and timely intelligence advice to management and stakeholders on operational, tactical and strategic issues.
• Interview informants to gather information about potential threats, illicit activities, or prisoner and offender behaviour.
• Support intelligence awareness amongst staff to promote the value and use of intelligence as a risk mitigation strategy.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of intelligence, covering a broad spectrum of sources and threats.
• Employ advanced analytical techniques to derive actionable intelligence from diverse data sets.
• Contribute to a positive team culture that values diversity and interacts effectively with diverse target groups
• Demonstrated experience applying intelligence processes, practices, and methodologies to identify trends, emerging threats and develop informative intelligence products.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to facilitate the exchange of information and a collaborative approach to risk management and service delivery.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills including the ability to convey sensitive and complex information clearly and succinctly to diverse audiences.
• Highly developed analytical skills, and the ability to conduct in-depth analysis of information, covering a broad spectrum of sources and threats, to provide critical intelligence insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and utilise corporate data information systems and analyse information using analytical software tools.
• Demonstrated experience applying legislation, policy and procedures and handling sensitive information in accordance with government security requirements.
• Previous experience working within an intelligence, or criminal justice environment would be highly regarded.
• Completion of nationally recognised training or qualifications in a relevant field (intelligence, criminology, criminal justice, etc) would be highly desirable.
• The successful applicant may be required to undertake intelligence training delivered by the Queensland Corrective Services Academy within 12 months of their appointment.
• Applicants must be able to maintain a security clearance (Negative Vetting Level 1) if required.
• Applicants are advised that whilst performing the duties of the position they may be exposed to material (written, visual and audio) of a graphic and sensitive nature.
• Applicants are advised they may be required to interview and engage directly with offenders as part of their duties.
• The incumbent may be required to travel on official business therefore the possession of a valid C class licence is required.
• Membership within a recognised professional association is highly regarded.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

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• 674520 25 - Role Description (PDF, 601KB)
  
  
  674520 25 - Applicant Guide (PDF, 957KB)