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Community Corrections & Specialist Operations Program Management Office; Office Of The Deputy Commissioner Community Corrections & Specialist Operations; Community Corrections & Specialist Operations; Brisbane
Queensland Corrective Services is seeking a dynamic professional to serve as Staff Officer to the Assistant Commissioner within the Community Corrections & Specialist Operations Project Delivery Command. This AO7 role combines strategic insight with executive coordination, supporting high-level decision-making and operational assurance across QCS.
You’ll lead complex correspondence management, contribute to risk mitigation, and help drive transformational initiatives. Based in Brisbane CBD, this fixed-term role (to 30 June 2026) offers a unique opportunity to influence correctional services at an executive level.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/653189/25 |
| Closing date | 25-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | 10 months with possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Jana Boden |
| Contact details | Phone: 32347103 Access the National Relay Service |
Queensland Corrective Services (QCS) is seeking a highly motivated and strategic professional to join the Community Corrections & Specialist Operations Project Delivery Command (CCSO PDC) as a Staff Officer to the Assistant Commissioner. This AO7 position, based in Brisbane CBD, plays a pivotal role in supporting executive leadership through high-level operational assurance, strategic analysis, and coordination of complex initiatives across the division.
As a trusted advisor and a principal executive support officer, you will draw upon your deep understanding of correctional services and the broader criminal justice system to provide timely, informed advice and contribute to the successful delivery of transformational projects. You will manage sensitive correspondence, maintain key data sources, and ensure departmental commitments are met with precision and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational support to the Assistant Commissioner, including briefing preparation, correspondence management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Analyse complex issues and correspondence to identify strategic risks and inform executive decision-making.
- Maintain high-level awareness of project delivery matters across QCS, particularly within Community Corrections and Specialist Operations.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and alignment with strategic goals.
- Contribute to business continuity planning, risk management, and the development of divisional business plans.
- Support the annual Budget Estimates process and other strategic initiatives as directed.
About You
You are a confident communicator and strategic thinker with a strong understanding of government operations and correctional services. You thrive in high-pressure environments, demonstrate sound judgement, and have a proven ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
You will bring:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex matters and propose effective solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Professional writing skills and experience preparing executive-level documentation.
- A commitment to ethical, respectful, and professional conduct in line with QCS values.
- Extensive knowledge of QCS operations, particularly within the CCSO Division.
About Queensland Corrective Services
QCS delivers modern, responsive correctional services that rehabilitate offenders and enhance community safety. Our staff are united by a shared commitment to public service and the values of professionalism, ethics, and respect. The CCSO Division is currently undergoing significant transformation, and this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change.
Position Details
Classification: AO7
Salary: $131,677 - $141,002 per annum
Employment Type: Fixed term temporary to 30 June 2026, with possibility of extension
Location: Brisbane CBD
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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