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Senior Research Officer
Skills and Frontline Education; People Capability Command; Regional Services; Oxley
An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Research Officer to join the team at Specialist Investigations Training who deliver trauma informed and victim centric training. The role will, amongst other things, undertake research activities to support the unit to provide evidence-based training to QPS investigators.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Research |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/578263/24 |
| Closing date | 29-Jul-2024 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Kirsten Helton |
| Contact details | Phone: 3246 8120 Access the National Relay Service |
Your Key Accountabilities:
The core capability requirements for this role are:
- Conduct research and analysis on best practices and emerging trends in the areas of child abuse, sexual offences, and youth offenders.
- Work closely with Specialist Investigations Training to develop training materials that are based on the latest research findings.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure that all training materials are accurate and relevant to the needs of police officers.
- Analyse data to identify gaps in current training and make recommendations for improvement.
- Participate in the development of training evaluation tools and conduct evaluations to ensure that training is effective.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation and policies related to child abuse, sexual offences, and youth offenders.
- Communicate research findings to stakeholders and prepare reports on research activities.
- Participate in the development of training delivery strategies, including online and in-person training.
Role Requirements:
Mandatory:
- Possession of a degree in Psychology, Law, Criminology and/or Criminal Justice from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent qualifications.
Other:
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo psychometric assessment prior to appointment (if successful, the applicant may be required to complete a psychological assessment on an annual basis).
- 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.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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