Are you passionate about strengthening public safety and organisational integrity? Join Queensland Corrective Services’ Professional Standards and Governance Command (PSGC) as a Senior Adviser in the Workforce Culture, Integrity and Capability (WCIC) Division. In this vital role, you’ll shape professional standards, enhance ethical behaviour, and contribute to the continuous improvement of operational policies and practices. Bring your expertise in policy development, legislative compliance, and stakeholder engagement to help foster a culture of excellence and integrity across the agency. Formal qualifications and experience in quality management, policy analysis, and operational review are highly valued. Apply now and be part of a team committed to innovation and high standards!

Job details

Join the Professional Standards and Governance Command (PSGC) within Queensland Corrective Services (QCS) and help build a culture of professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement. Professional Standards and Governance Command (PSGC) ensures that the community has confidence that QCS as a top tier public safety agency is delivering professional corrective services through a competent and confident workforce supported by strong and ethical leadership. As the Senior Adviser, you will play a key role in operational service delivery and strategic direction, assisting in the development and enhancement of operational practices across the Agency. You'll be responsible for providing expert guidance on operational policies and practices, supporting knowledge sharing and alignment of policy frameworks, and assisting in the review and development of legislatively compliant policies, guidelines, and procedures.

In this role, you will collaborate with Directors within the command to complete review activities, monitor and report on compliance issues, and contribute to recommendations for practice improvement. You will prepare complex written submissions, policy documents, reports, briefings, and presentations, and participate in operational strategy development and implementation. Staying current with emerging trends, legislation, and policy changes is essential, as is managing quality management processes to ensure compliance with legislative and agency standards. To succeed, you should demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of government and QCS strategic directions, strong written communication skills, and proficiency in interpreting legislation and policies. Analytical skills, relationship management, organisational abilities, and experience in continuous improvement processes will ensure you support operational reviews leading to compliant amendments and enhancements. Flexibility to work outside normal hours, travel, and adapt to alternate locations is required.

This role is an Individual contributor under the Leadership Competencies for Queensland framework. The most suitable applicants will showcase applied knowledge, skills, and experience against these essential requirements:

• In-depth understanding of Government and QCS strategic directions, legislation, and statutory requirements 
• High-level written communication skills for preparing complex and sensitive documents 
• Ability to interpret legislation, policies, and procedures for effective implementation 
• Strong research and analytical capabilities to present evidence-based recommendations 
• Relationship management and stakeholder engagement expertise 
• Organisational skills for priority-setting, coordination, and deadline management 
• Experience in continuous improvement processes for operational review and compliance 

Apply now and make a meaningful impact on public safety, professional standards, and organisational excellence within Queensland Corrective Services!

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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• 684370-26-Role Description (PDF, 275KB)
  Role Description
  
  684370-26-Applicant information guide (PDF, 957KB)
  Information Package for Applicants