• Proven experience managing workers’ compensation claims and rehabilitation within a government, APS, or similar setting
• Strong understanding of Comcare claims processes, the SRC Act, and relevant legislation
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, particularly in sensitive conversations
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex cases with high attention to detail and sound judgment
• Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Competency in assessing and applying health, safety, and legal requirements in case management

• Experience navigating the APS Integrated Leadership System (ILS)
• Formal qualifications in Human Resources, Law, Psychology, or related fields
• Knowledge of working within or alongside rehabilitation providers and legal teams
• Prior experience in high-pressure, emotionally charged case environments

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Law, Psychology, or related fields strongly preferred
• Minimum of 2 years' experience managing complex rehabilitation or workers’ compensation cases
• Experience working within the APS or a similar government framework

• Baseline security clearance is mandatory
• Ability to work on-site in Canberra three days per week
• Willingness to adhere to all workplace health and safety standards and confidentiality protocols

At C&K, our purpose is to make a positive impact on children’s lives. It’s what we’ve been doing for more than 115 years. Through evidence-based thinking, hard work and true compassion, we’ve built a trusted reputation as Queensland’s leading provider of early childhood education. And as a child safe organisation, we put children's safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, creating nurturing spaces where children can learn, explore, play and grow.

Help Shape Futures at C&K  

As one of our highly valued Educators at C&K Mooloolaba work alongside your team to create a safe, supportive and engaging play-based learning environment for children, their families and our wider community.  

• Great café and food next door
• Permanent Fulltime

Find Your Better Way and Enjoy the Benefits 

Every C&K career helps children belong and grow. We’ll set you up for success with a range of benefits, programs and opportunities to help you earn, be well and grow. 

• Be rewarded for your commitment with a wage rate of $27.60-$35.20 per hour plus superannuation. 
• Find a healthy work-life balance with family-friendly priority access to C&K childcare centres and discounts of up to 75% of the gap fee. 
• Access a nationally recognised qualification in the high-demand field of early childhood education and care with subsidised training for eligible students through the C&K College. 
• Access to scholarships of up to $3000 under the Qualifications Pathway Program. 
• Plus so much more.   

What you’ll bring 

If you’re committed to guiding children’s early learning and development, we’ll set you up for success!    

We strongly uphold our child safety policies and procedures. To thrive and succeed in this role, you will have: 

• Hold, or a willingness to commence studying, a certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. 
• First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification. 
• Valid Blue Card or Exemption Card. 
• A Police Check current within three months (or willingness to obtain one).  

You will bring a passion for achieving long-lasting, high-quality outcomes for children, their families and the community alongside a team-player mindset - when you join C&K, you join a village of good-hearted, talented people, so you can lean on them as they lean on you.  

Join us and find a better way with C&K - for children, for you, for always.    

C&K is a child-safe organisation and all C&K employees are required to undergo a police check and not be a ‘Restricted Person’ or Suspended Educator under the QLD Blue Card System.   

We welcome applicants who identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a Culturally and /or Linguistically Diverse background and/or those with additional needs. 

Mooloolaba, QLD

• Classifications: APS6 & EL1
• Salary: APS6: $98,314 – $121,026 + super & EL1: $126,341 – $154,000 + super
• Locations: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
• Start Date: 19 January
• Type: Non-ongoing, 12-month term (possible extension)
• Security: Existing Baseline clearance required

• Be part of a modern, in-house financial operations function.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values professionalism, innovation, and impact.

• Conduct statistical and data analysis to inform briefings, submissions, policy papers, and reports.
• Communicate findings clearly through concise written and verbal reports.
• Provide accurate, timely advice to stakeholders with varying levels of data literacy.
• Collaborate with partner agencies on data extraction, quality assurance, and complex analysis.
• Ensure compliance with data governance standards.
• Support the development of data analytics capability across the department through resources, training, and communication of findings.

• Lead strategic data initiatives and oversee project delivery.
• Provide high-level advice to senior executives and influence decision-making.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and mentor team members.

• Manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment while maintaining quality and timeliness.
• Apply judgment and initiative to deliver solutions, even with incomplete information.
• Drive cultural and technological change to enhance data-driven decision-making (EL1).

• Utilise your Community Services expertise to provide support and advice to the Victim Services Support and Reform branch
• A fixed-term, full-time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service until 31st December 2027
• VPS Grade 5: $113,022 - $136,747 plus superannuation.

About the Business Unit:

The Historical Forced Adoption Scheme was established by the Victorian Government to acknowledge the impact of historical forced adoption practices. The Scheme provides financial redress and support to the many mothers who continue to live with the serious, complex and ongoing effects of their experience of forced separation. The scheme is open to mothers who gave birth in Victoria, or were a Victorian resident but gave birth interstate, and who were forcibly separated from their newborn babies prior to 1990.

About the Role:

Senior Assessors are responsible for conducting complex, objective and accurate assessments of applications to the HFA Scheme, and producing high quality, clear and objective written documents in accordance with the Scheme's assessment guidelines. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, data and summary information, and ongoing policy development to support the delivery of the Scheme.

This position requires dealing with material that can be challenging and distressing. This role will best suit a candidate who is resilient and empathetic, with strong writing and analytical skills.

Some of your duties will include:

• Conducting complex, objective and accurate assessments of applications to the HFA scheme in accordance with the scheme's key parameters and assessment guidelines
• Critically analysing applications to determine whether the applicant's experience is within the scope of the scheme, meets the scheme's standard of proof, and is eligible for redress; and recommending assessment outcomes for Director approval
• Producing high quality, clear and objective written documents in accordance with the scheme's assessment guidelines, that provide a clear and compelling basis for the recommended assessment outcomes.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

About You:

As our ideal candidate, you will possess:

• The ability to analyse and critically evaluate complex information to establish a strong written evidentiary basis for an assessed recommendation
• Demonstrated policy development/research capability, including the ability to apply legislation and principles associated with criminal law, equal opportunity, social policy, criminal justice.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A qualification or relevant experience in one or more of the following areas is essential: law, equal opportunity, criminal justice, social policy or health
• Previous experience assessing applications for redress and/or restorative engagement scheme will be highly regarded.

How to Apply:

As a Detention Youth Worker, you will be responsible for making sure young people are kept safe and well while they are in detention. You will be someone who: 

• encourages young people to make good decisions by promoting and reinforcing positive behaviour to help them integrate back into the community.
• helps young people understand and follow the rules of the centre. 
• can deliver activities that are sensitive to gender, cultural beliefs, and health needs. 
• a young person can go to if they need someone to talk to 
• checks on young people regularly through the day and night and makes sure they are okay. 
• engages young people in constructive activities.

*MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE *

Job Ad Reference: QLD/669070/25

Closing Date: Tuesday, 9th December 2025

• Full time for up to 6 months, with the view to ongoing employment
• $83,591 – $95,076 per annum (depending on skills and experience), includes an all-incidence allowance of $7,863 per annum, an employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• The role is Based in Bathurst NSW, and a resident of the Bathurst electorate is preferred but not essential. The successful candidate needs to display a strong understanding of the Bathurst Electorate.

About us

The Bathurst Electorate Office is the point of contact for constituents and local community groups to engage with the Member for Bathurst, Paul Toole MP, regarding state government services and responsibilities.

About the position

Electorate officers are the initial point of contact for all constituent enquiries. The role involves administrative and secretarial functions to support the Member and ensure the efficient operation of the electorate office.

Further information to assist you with applying for this position:

• Position Description
• Parliament of NSW website
• NSW Parliament pre-employment requirements

How to apply

To apply for this position please attach to your application:

• Your up-to-date resume outlining your skills and experience as relevant to this position,
• A covering letter detailing your specific demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills with regards to each of the following Selection Criteria, and
• Names and contact details of at least two professional referees

Your resume and response to the following selection criteria will be the initial assessment method used to determine your suitability for this position compared to other applicants. The completeness and relevance of your application may determine whether or not you are called for an interview.

Selection Criteria

The following Selection Criteria form a specific part of the selection process. Applicants for this role are required to address each of these items specifically in their application.

1. Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to relate to others with empathy and consideration as well as to liaise with community groups, government and non-government organisations, ministerial offices and the media.
2. Excellent writing skills including the ability to prepare correspondence, briefing notes, submissions, speeches, newsletters and media releases.
3. Demonstrated superior organisational skills to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities and deadlines.
4. Demonstrated capacity to exercise sound judgement and ability to perform at a high standard under limited supervision and within a team environment.
5. Good word processing/keyboard and computer skills in an office environment.

Electronic attachments must be MS Word compatible or in pdf format.

Technical assistance: Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact ‘I work for NSW’ helpdesk 1800 562 679 (Monday - Friday).

Applications must be lodged online through http://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/

Job Reference: 492532

CLOSING DATE:  Wednesday, 3 December 2025 [11.59pm]

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment. To learn more about our department, our team and the work we do, please visit our website.

About the opportunity

There is currently one (1) permanent - full time position available for immediate filling. 

This newly established position is responsible for leading DPIRD’s Animal Ethics Office (AEO) and overseeing its day-to-day operations, staff and projects. The role also provides high level support to the Animal Ethics Committees (AEC), ensuring the delivery of proactive, flexible and responsive services to the committees and their clients.

As a team leader, you will coordinate and manage the operations of the AEO and AECs, providing consistent, high-quality administrative and strategic support, whilst maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times.

You will also drive continuous improvements by streamlining processes and leading the development and implementation of strategic, operational, and governance frameworks, policies and procedures to support the AEO and the two AECs DPIRD is responsible for.

About the Animal Ethics Committee

Under the Animal Welfare Act 2002, any proposed research or trial work involving animals and DPIRD resources must be approved by the department. The Wildlife AEC allows institutions and environmental scientists without access to an institutional animal ethics committee to operate in accordance with the conditions of their Scientific Use Licence whilst the DPIRD AEC ensures DPIRD and its employees meets its obligations under the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes (the Code). Both committees ensure that the care and use of animals for scientific purposes is undertaken in an ethical and humane manner.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Demonstrate outstanding communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain authentic relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Have the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation and operate with a strong governance and compliance focus.

• Be self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Be a collaborative and supportive team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to assist others.

• Bring demonstrated experience in managing a business unit, including stakeholder engagement, people leadership, and operational delivery.

• Possess strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with an understanding of risk management principles related to agricultural or wildlife research operations.

• Have previous Committee or Board experience and an understanding of animal welfare and ethical research issues (highly regarded).

We are a values-based Directorate and are seeking enthusiastic individuals who;

• Are self-motivated and able to multi-task and prioritise competing high priorities.

• Are a kind and willing team player, with a can-do attitude and willingness to assist others

• Love to collaborate and can build and maintain authentic relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Can deliver impactful initiatives and outcomes for all parties.

• Strive for a respectful resolution when faced with challenges during a fast-paced changing environment.

Equity and Diversity

At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

How to Apply

Click the Apply button and attach your application to Jobs WA.

Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Julia Smith, Executive Director Animal Systems, on 0447531627 during office hours.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to progress your career and obtain valuable experience working as a Supervising Lawyer in the Specialist Advocacy Unit within Victoria Police's Legal Services Department.  We are seeking a skilled and experienced advocate to prosecute a range of complex criminal and family violence related matters across multiple courts, jurisdictions and locations state-wide.

The Specialist Advocacy Unit is a team of specialist criminal law advocates who represent Victoria Police in state-wide complex and high-profile prosecutions in the Magistrates' and Children's Court, and in the Family Violence jurisdiction of the County Court.  Advocates within the team also appear in complex bail applications and judicial reviews in the Supreme Court of Victoria and provide high level legal advice across a range of complex issues to the Chief Commissioner of Police and other internal stakeholders.

This is a specialist role that will involve appearing in complex criminal summary contested hearings in the Magistrates Court and Children's Court across all crime types, contest mentions, bail applications, subpoena arguments and intervention order hearings.

If you are an experienced criminal law advocate with exceptional advocacy and written communication skills, who has advocacy experience in multiple jurisdictions and want to work in an inclusive, positive and fast-paced environment, then this is the role for you!

We are seeking to recruit one Senior Advocate to join an existing team of Senior and Principal Advocates.

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.

Your duties will include

• Prosecuting complex summary contested hearings in the Magistrates Court and Children's Court across all crime types.
• Appearing in County Court Intervention Order appeals
• Appearing and/or instructing in Supreme Court bail applications
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and prosecutors
• Preparing legal advice for Victoria Police on a range of complex matters.
• Building and maintaining collaborative internal relationships.
• Work with external stakeholders across agencies as part of a broad network that will ensure cooperative and proactive approaches to addressing community harm and reducing youth recidivism.

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• Be admitted to practice as an Australian Lawyer with an unrestricted Practising Certificate (or the ability to rapidly acquire one).
• A comprehensive understanding of the law of evidence, bail and criminal procedure
• Ability to work in a team, in a developing and emerging work environment.
• High level of resilience and emotional intelligence.
• High level understanding and experience as a court advocate across all jurisdictions, with extensive experience in criminal law and family violence.
• Motivated to improve the service delivery of Victoria Police
• A current and valid Drivers' Licence (mandatory).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Requirements and relevant information:

• One (1) x full time, fixed term position until 18/03/2027 is available.
• The salary range for a VPS5 role is $113,022 to $136,747. Although it is standard practice for selected candidates to commence at the base of the salary range, genuine consideration will be given to a commencement salary within the available range that is commensurate with the successful candidate's knowledge, skills and experiences. This will be subject to negotiations with the Hiring Manager in the course of the selection process and may include the provision of evidence of a higher income and/or supporting documentation (as required).
• This position is located at 456 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne but will require travel to Victorian Courts around the state including overnight accommodation.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
• As a member of the Legal Services Department, you will be located on selection, at a specific office within a Division for a particular advertised opportunity. However, given occasional legal service demand issues you may be required at times to undertake varied work within the Department.  This supports the Departments commitment to a flexible and deployable legal workforce and professional development opportunities in a range of legal domains.

Your application must include:

• A cover letter (no more than one page)
• Resume
• Completed application form - the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement.
• A copy of your Australian Legal Practising Certificate.

Applications close midnight, Monday 15 December 2025.

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (www.careers.vic.gov.au) or Seek (www.seek.com.au). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

For further information on this role please contact:Managing Principal Lawyer, Leigh Harrison on 0447 085 498 or via email leigh.harrison@police.vic.gov.au. No recruitment agencies please.

We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004.

About Us:

Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. 

Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people.  We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.

In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.

We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work."

If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.

Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police:https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps