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Details of Appointment

Permanent Full-time

This is a day work position working 73.5 hours per fortnight.

The position can be located at either Risdon or Launceston

Should the Commissioner of Prisons determine that the duties meet the requirements of the Correctional Facility Allowance, then the salary that includes that allowance would range from $156,346 pa to $166,862 pa

Working Environment

Tasmania Prison Service (TPS) has prison facilities located at Risdon Vale, Hobart and Launceston in Tasmania. This position can be based at either Risdon or Launceston. The Risdon Vale site offers a corporate working environment without the hustle and bustle of city centre offices, free on-site parking and access to the on-site staff gym (or head across the road to Risdon Brook Dam for a walk at lunch time).

Duties

• Lead and direct the development, implementation, and review of strategic and business plans for the assigned function based on improving practice in line with contemporary correctional services.
• Provide high-level strategic advice to the Commissioner and Executive on complex policy and operational issues related to the business function.
• Drive innovative approaches and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the function remains at the forefront of contemporary correctional practice.
• Ensure strong collaboration and engagement with internal and external stakeholders to break down organisational silos and achieve integrated service delivery.
• Advance a rehabilitative culture of safety, respect, and innovation consistent with the Department's values.
• Manage the functions budget and resources effectively to ensure value for money and the achievement of departments objectives.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of governance structures, program/service delivery frameworks, and performance methodologies.

Essential Requirements

• Nil

Desirable Requirements

• Completion of Correctional Administration or Management qualifications at a Diploma or higher educational level.
• Demonstrated high level experience in leadership and management roles.

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.

The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Pre-employment checks

Arson and fire setting
Violent crimes and crimes against the person
Sex-related offences
Drug and alcohol related offences
Crimes involving dishonesty
Crimes involving deception
Making false declarations
Malicious damage and destruction to property
Serious traffic offences
Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice
Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power
Crimes involving Conspiracy

2. Disciplinary action in previous employment.

3. Identification check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

Statement of Duties - Assistant Commissioner (Generic) June 2026 (1).DOCX

Statement of Duties - Assistant Commissioner (Generic) June 2026 (1).pdf

Information for applicants (Tasmania Prison Service).docx

Information for applicants (Tasmania Prison Service).pdf

How to apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resume/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

For more information

Name: Joanne Berry
Position: Principal Consultant HR, Tasmania Prison Service
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0429 452 581