advisor to the commissioner of police

South Australia Police

Job reference: 702816

Location: ADELAIDE BC

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Advisor to the Commissioner of Police

SAES 1 | Rare Opportunity | Exciting Era of Leadership

South Australia Police (SAPOL) is a dynamic, innovative and inclusive organisation delivering quality policing services to the community. SAPOL employees take pride in ensuring public safety through crime prevention, disaster and emergency management, and law enforcement.

The Advisor to the Commissioner plays a pivotal role in shaping SAPOL's strategic direction through leadership and a distinguished record of service delivery. With a proven ability to deliver insightful and influential policy advice, the Advisor drives the development of systems and capabilities that position SAPOL to anticipate and respond to emerging priorities and future challenges.

Working closely with the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner, you will play a key role in SAPOL's strategic planning, collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation, government, law enforcement, and wider justice sector. You will lead the development and implementation of legislative and policy initiatives that enhance public safety and organisational effectiveness, which includes preparing and delivering regular personal performance assessments to the government, managing and organising briefings for the Commissioner and coordinating accurate and consistent Board papers and critical issue advice.

With a proven ability to deliver insightful and influential policy advice, you will drive the development of systems and capabilities that position SAPOL to anticipate and respond to emerging priorities and future challenges. You will have a contemporary knowledge of the political, social, economic, criminal justice and organisational contexts and their implications for policing, and possess exemplary senior policy, research and performance reporting skills, highlighting the need for superior verbal and written communication abilities and exceptional interpersonal skills.

The ability to analyse and conceptualise problems, formulate and execute appropriate solutions, and negotiate successful outcomes will be paramount to your success in this role, as will be effective management and leadership skills, including the ability to coordinate the work of your team while driving a high-performance culture.

Special conditions for this role include the possibility of out-of-hours work and frequent planned intra- and interstate travel. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory security clearance and criminal and probity history checks. If you are a high-performing individual with a commitment to public service and a passion for making a difference, we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience for this exciting opportunity.

Applications close at 5:30pm on Friday 10 October 2025.

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South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Applications close: 10/10/2025 5:30 PM