NSW Crime Commissioner

Company description:

Department of Communities and Justice

Job description:

Commissioner of NSW Crime Commission

• Sydney/CBD Location
• Total Remuneration Payable $534,435
• Statutory Term Appointment up to 5 years

About the NSW Crime Commission

The NSW Crime Commission is a statutory body established under the Crime Commission Act 2012 (NSW). It plays a critical role in combating serious and organised crime across the state, working closely with the NSW Police Force and other law enforcement agencies. The Commission investigates complex criminal activity including illicit drug trade, terrorism, money laundering, identity and cybercrime, and serious firearms offences. It also pursues the proceeds of crime using advanced financial analysis and forensic accounting techniques.

Governed by a Management Committee comprising senior representatives from key justice and law enforcement bodies, the Commission is empowered to use coercive powers to assist in solving serious offences. A core function is to gather admissible evidence for prosecution and provide it to the Director of Public Prosecutions. The Commissioner is a statutory appointment under the Act and is responsible for ensuring the Commission operates with integrity, transparency, and in accordance with its legislative mandate.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity to lead the NSW Crime Commission as Commissioner, driving strategic direction and operational excellence in the fight against serious and organised crime. You will be responsible for managing the Commission's resources, overseeing complex investigations, and facilitating the confiscation of criminal assets.

The role requires ethical use of special powers, collaboration with partner agencies, and compliance with legislative and governance frameworks. You will foster a high-performing, corruption-resistant culture and report annually to Parliament.

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About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring exceptional leadership and strategic management experience, ideally gained within large or specialised organisations. You will have a deep understanding of emerging crime trends, advanced investigative capabilities, and a strong commitment to public integrity. Your ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and foster cross-agency collaboration will be key, along with demonstrated experience in managing organisational performance, budgets, and workforce development within a public sector context.

You must hold special legal qualifications as defined under the Crime Commission Act 2012 (NSW) and possess a high level of personal integrity, with a clear dedication to tackling serious and organised crime. A sound understanding of the operations of Parliament, the public sector, and key law enforcement and regulatory agencies is essential.

The successful candidate must also be eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate National Security Clearance.

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Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 3 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet what we are looking for.

Applications Close: Sunday 12 October at 11:59pm (AEDT)

Got a question?

For more information about the role or If you've got a question about the recruitment process, please email Marijana Puric on

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We are committed to hiring great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

Thank you for your interest in this role.

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This is a unique opportunity to lead the NSW Crime Commission as Commissioner, driving strategic direction and operational excellence in the fight against serious and organised crime. You will be responsible for managing the Commission's resources, overseeing complex investigations, and facilitating the confiscation of criminal assets.

The role requires ethical use of special powers, collaboration with partner agencies, and compliance with legislative and governance frameworks. You will foster a high-performing, corruption-resistant culture and report annually to Parliament.