Director, Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate

• Public Sector Senior Executive - Band 1
• Temporary Full-Time up to 12 months

• Sydney Olympic Park

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Director to lead our Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (SLED) within the Police Prosecution & Licensing Enforcement Command (PPLEC). The role provides strategic leadership and direction in implementing effective and transparent regulatory requirements and processes to ensure risk based compliance and rigor in the regulation of the security and other relevant industries susceptible to criminal penetration, in accordance with relevant legislation. The role is responsible for influencing industry conduct and ensuring continuous improvement in industry regulation, legislative compliance, industry training, probity assessment services and service delivery to both internal and external stakeholders. The role also ensures efficient customer-focused services are delivered.

The Director, Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (SLED), provides strategic leadership and oversight in the delivery of robust, transparent and intelligence-led regulatory frameworks. The role drives the effective administration of risk-based compliance programs, ensuring rigorous regulation of the security industry and other sectors vulnerable to criminal infiltration, in line with legislative and policy requirements.

This senior executive position is accountable for shaping industry behaviour through strong regulatory influence, promoting continuous improvement in compliance outcomes, and enhancing standards across licensing, enforcement, industry training and probity assessment services. The Director ensures the delivery of high-quality, customer-centred services while maintaining strong governance, stakeholder engagement and operational excellence across both internal and external environments.

Leading a dynamic and diverse workforce, the Director plays a critical role in supporting broader NSW Police Force priorities and strengthening public confidence in regulatory integrity. The position is based at Sydney Olympic Park, offering convenient access to public transport, secure on-site parking, and proximity to retail and recreational facilities. This role includes an all inclusive Total Remuneration package of between $208,400 and $279,171.00 including Superannuation. It will be will by way of a temporary assignment under Section 33 of the Police Act.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• opportunity to purchase leave;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; and
• free annual influenza vaccination.

How to Apply

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

You must also address each of the following Target Questions (500 word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

This role requires delivering customer-focused services within a regulatory framework where public safety and integrity are paramount. Can you provide an example of a situation where you had to prioritise regulatory or enforcement outcomes over customer experience or stakeholder expectations? How did you make that judgement, and how did you manage the consequences?

Target Question 2:

Can you provide an example of how you built capability within a regulatory team while leading significant licensing or compliance reform, and how you ensured improvements in both service delivery and enforcement outcomes?

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact Cameron Smith via 0488 080 005.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
• Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
• Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application