Principal Investigator

5 months ago

Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia NSW Government Full time

**_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_**
- Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies._
- **Principal Investigator opportunity to join Office of Local Government NSW**:

- **Permanent full-time 35hr p/w**:

- **Parramatta and possibility of other NSW Office locations - WFH supported**:

- **Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $120,859 to $133,183 + super**
- The Office of Local Government (OLG) is a key agency within the cluster, responsible for strengthening the sustainability, performance, integrity, transparency and accountability of the local government sector. OLG strives to work collaboratively with the Local Government sector and is the key advisor to the NSW Government on Local Government matters._

The Office of Local Government team currently seeking to appoint a **Principal Investigator **to lead investigations into councils in NSW, including councillor misconduct matters (including pecuniary interest matters), council maladministration, compliance and other issues including performance issues in respect to local government.

**About You**

Our **Principal Investigator** provides accountability for decisions and the conduct of councils and council officials to promote good governance in local councils; to act as a deterrent to maladministration and poor conduct and, by undertaking the role, to promote public confidence in local government generally.

You will analyse issues and prepare documentation for Ministerial interventions in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 and provide oversight and review of the implementation of such interventions to ensure council compliance with the intervention action. You will also manage a caseload of complex and sensitive issues, complaints, allegations and correspondence, and prepare reports on the conduct of those investigations and preliminary enquiries to a standard required for the Deputy Secretary’s and NCAT’s decision making roles.

Become a highly valued member of our Investigations team at OLG, offering ongoing professional development, flex time (35hr working week) and fitness passport in a safe and supported working environment.

**Key knowledge and experience**
- Extensive experience in the conduct of formal investigations, evidence gathering and compliance review processes.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Local Government sector, its operating environment and governing legislation.

**Essential requirements**
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated equivalent, relevant professional experience and/or training.

For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Investigator

**About Us**

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) are building the future of NSW through delivering diverse planning, housing solutions and infrastructure across the state. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

**To Apply**

**Applications close Tuesday 21 May at 11:55PM.**
- A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months._

**Looking for more information or assistance in applying?**

Our Diversity team can assist to:

- provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

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