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Principal Policy Officer
Legislation and Regulation; Office of The Director-General; Brisbane City
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
As our Principal Policy Officer, you will:
• Support and contribute to the effective delivery of legislative policy projects by providing expertise in the development of legislation products, ensuring the objectives and related activities of the unit occur to the highest standards.
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Policy & Planning |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/688569/26 |
| Closing date | 26-May-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Laura Manley |
| Contact details | Phone: 0434 445 829 Access the National Relay Service |
The opportunity
As our Principal Policy Officer, you will:
• Support and contribute to the effective delivery of legislative policy projects by providing expertise in the development of legislation products, ensuring the objectives and related activities of the unit occur to the highest standards.
• Actively contribute to and/or lead and monitor progress of related projects designed to achieve government, organisational and unit objectives.
• Support the development of legislation to implement regulatory proposals, including by analysis of complex regulatory reform and agricultural, biosecurity, fisheries and forestry regulatory and policy options, and where appropriate negotiate suitable outcomes.
• Prepare and provide authoritative, high-quality and timely policy advice to senior departmental officers and key stakeholders.
• Prepare high-quality written reports, briefs, drafting instructions, submissions and correspondence for the Minister and senior departmental officers.
• Provide strategic input on policy deliverables, ensuring they meet quality standards, and develop and implement strategies for the monitoring and evaluation of policy initiatives.
Office of the Director-General
The Office of the Director-General (ODG) plays a pivotal role in supporting the Director-General in their leadership of the department, ensuring the effective delivery of strategic priorities and organisational objectives.
The Legislation and Regulation team facilitates regulatory reform by coordinating the portfolio's legislative agenda to deliver legislative policy initiatives that enhance organisational objectives. This includes leading the development of legislative proposals with the support of business units, liaising with central agencies, the Office of Best Practice Regulation and the Office of the Queensland Parliamentary Counsel, assessing legislative amendments for compatibility with the Human Rights Act 2019 and developing documents needed for the legislative development process including those for Cabinet, Executive Council and Parliament.
Why work for us
Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.
• Work with passion and purpose
• Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
• Enjoy interesting, diverse work
• Follow your path wherever it leads
• Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
• Be part of our united DPI
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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