Director, Forensic Science Service Tasmania (002280)

Location

Hobart

Period of Appointment

5 years, fixed term, full time

Hours per fortnight

76 hours per fortnight

Duties

• Ensure continuous improvement in the effective management of the human, physical, asset and financial resources assigned to FSST that support the delivery of measurable improvements forensic science services to Tasmania.
• Design, develop and implement policies, procedures and systems of work to maintain contemporary practice and quality outputs as evidenced by the maintenance of NATA forensic science accreditation. This includes provision of advice and training for client groups whose activities influence the effectiveness of FSST outputs.
• Provide high level consultative advice to the Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management on forensic science issues.
• Liaise with, develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders within the Department, other agencies and organisations as appropriate.
• Provide high level advice to the Deputy Secretary, Business and Executive Services and Secretary on a range of operational and strategic forensic science matters.
• Participate on departmental, inter-agency and national committees as required or appropriate and represent the interests of DPFEM in relation to a broad range of forensic science matters.
• Undertake the statutory role and responsibilities of the Responsible Person pursuant to the Forensic Procedures Act 2000.

Essential Requirements

Pre-Employment Checks 

The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:

• Arson and fire setting;
• Sexual offences;
• Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
• Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
• Making false declarations;
• Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
• Malicious damage and destruction to property
• Trafficking of narcotic substance;
• False alarm raising. 

Desirable Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualifications, or equivalent in science from an approved university, or college.

Extensive experience and/or tertiary qualifications in business or management.

Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.pdf

002280 - SoD - Director Forensic Science Services Tasmania - SES2.docx

002280 - SoD - Director Forensic Science Services Tasmania - SES2.pdf

DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.  

As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.

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 Resumé/CV. 

Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2955.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Further Information

For further information on this position, please contact Ross Hinkley - Deputy Secretary on 6173 2330 / 0409 159 208 or Ross.Hinkley@dpfem.tas.gov.au