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Commissioner of the Police Service


Commissioners Office; Police Headquarters, Roma St Brisbane

The Queensland Government is seeking an exceptional executive leader to serve as Commissioner of the Queensland Police Service.
The Commissioner plays a critical role in protecting Queenslanders, supporting victims, responding to disasters and emergencies, reducing road trauma and ensuring communities feel safe where they live, work and raise their families. This is a unique opportunity to lead with purpose, deliver on the Government's commitment to safer communities, and make a lasting difference for Queensland. Lead with integrity. Deliver safer communities. Build Queensland's future.

Job details

Position status Contract
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Executive
Classification CEO
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/705121/26
Closing date 05-Nov-2026
Job duration Up to 5 years with possible extension
Contact person Adam Dent, Orchard Talent Group
Contact details Ph: 07 3077 5166
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Delivering Safer Communities for Queensland
Queensland is one of the fastest-growing states in Australia. Queensland Government is taking strong action on crime, support for victims, safer roads and building a police service Queenslanders can trust.

As Commissioner of Police, you will lead the Queensland Police Service in delivering the Queensland Government's priorities of community safety, frontline service delivery, integrity, accountability and better outcomes for Queenslanders.

This is an opportunity to lead one of Australia's largest and most respected public institutions, shaping the future of policing while building safer, stronger and more connected communities.

We are seeking a leader who will:

  • Put community safety at the centre of every decision
  • Lead a high-performing frontline workforce to deliver results for Queenslanders
  • Drive crime prevention, disruption and enforcement efforts across the state
  • Support victim-survivors through compassionate, trauma-informed responses
  • Strengthen public trust through integrity, transparency and accountability
  • Foster partnerships that address complex social challenges and improve community outcomes
  • Deliver innovation and organisational excellence in a rapidly changing environment

Applications will remain current for a period of 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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Last updated
2 May 2023

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