Deputy Director Service Operations

Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn't seem right. Together, we're creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Period of Appointment

Senior Executive Appointment, Fixed Term 5 years

Hours per fortnight

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available.

Duties

• Provide strategic leadership, direction and management of the multi-functional service delivery operations for Service Tasmania across its three channels: in-person, phone, and online.
• Lead an accountable, high performing, multi-disciplinary workforce that is strategically focused, inclusive and productive.
• Provide strategic guidance to resolve significant staffing issues.
• Determine and implement best practice customer service supporting staff cultural change initiatives across Service Tasmania's three channels.
• Work collaboratively with government agency partners to maintain strong relationships and ensure compliance with delegations, across the service network.
• Foster and develop relationships with corporate services to enable effective management of human, financial and physical resources.
• As part of the Senior Leadership Team, contribute to Service Tasmania's strategic and business planning and priorities.

Provide specialist and authoritative advice to the Director, Deputy Secretary, Secretary and whole of government committees in conjunction with senior executives across government relating to opportunities, issues and best practice customer service initiative

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

SOD Deputy Director Service

SOD Deputy Director Service

Short Form Application

Short Form Application

How to apply

To apply, please provide a copy of your CV with two referees and a one page summary outlining why you are the best person for the job and how your skills and experience align to the Senior Executive Service Capability Framework. It is suggested applicants make themselves familiar with the Senior Executive Leadership Capability Framework for the Tasmanian State Service: For more information click here

Once completed, apply online by clicking the blue 'Apply Now' button.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on

For further information please contact Andrew Wilford, Director, ,    

Applications to be received by 11.55pm 7 October 2025