Policy Officer

23 hours ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORT Full time

**Department for Infrastructure and Transport**
**Job reference**: 635033
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Ongoing
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, we are connecting South Australia to keep our State moving. We are responsible for delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transformative transport and social infrastructure projects, operating and maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads and managing our city’s public transport network.
Our work encompasses every part of our State; from our cities to our regions, connecting and strengthening community. We value diversity and inclusion and foster an environment of collaboration, flexibility, and support for our staff.
Join the Road Safety, Policy and Reform Directorate at the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, where your work will directly contribute to enhancing road safety, regulatory practices, and transportation services across South Australia.

**The Opportunity**
As a Policy Officer in the road safety team, you’ll play an essential role in developing and implementing vital legislation, standards, and policies to improve road safety outcomes for the people of South Australia.

In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of regulatory and economic reform agendas, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver safety benefits for customers and the community.

**About You**

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

- Ability to manage programs and projects efficiently, meeting deadlines and using resources effectively.
- Strong capability to assess complex information, conduct research, and provide analysis to support policy decisions.
- Excellent verbal and written skills for clear interactions with stakeholders and for creating reports and presentations.
- Experience in building and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, addressing their concerns effectively.
- Understanding customer needs and a commitment to providing high-quality service while following regulations and standards.

**Special Conditions**
- A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.
- A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to employment with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, which must be renewed every five years before expiry.
- Some out of hours and weekend work may be required.
- Some intra / interstate travel may be required.

**Education qualifications/licences**
Appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent. Relevant professional experience is desirable.

**Tenure of Vacancy**
Ongoing

**Remuneration**
ASO5 - $85,478 to $95,413 per annum

**Enquiries**
Nicole Middleton
Unit Manager, Road Safety Policy
Telephone: (08) 7133 2025

**Application Instructions**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached Role Statement.

**Our Commitment**

As a WE’RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

Role Statement Policy Officer ASO5.pdf

**Applications close**: 28/11/2024 5:00 PM

**Flexibility Statement**
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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