workforce strategist

Department of Human Services

Job reference: 703012

Location: ADELAIDE, CAVAN

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

• We value people who have curiosity, passion and desire for continuous improvement
• Fostering good relationships through consultation, advice and support to staff
• Work with a bunch of passionate colleagues

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

About the Business

Our Community and Aboriginal Partnerships Division helps to build community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families, including those involved with the youth justice system, remote Aboriginal communities, and people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The division also leads the department's Closing the Gap work.

Role Details

The Workforce Strategist is a role within Youth Justice and Inclusion Support and is accountable to the General Manager, Strategy, Systems and Business Services, for:

• Managing and coordinating the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies and projects to achieve specific outcomes and support the achievement of organisational objectives.
• Researching, analysing and reviewing workforce strategy, policy issues and workforce practices, identifying emerging issues, and developing evidence-based recommendations.
• Contributing to the development of workforce planning strategies, including the provision of workforce analytics and reporting to improve performance, address workforce challenges, facilitate staff mobility and support business decision making.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required.

Employment-related Screening Check required.

Some out of hours work may be required.

Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

Essential Qualifications:

Tertiary qualification in Organisational Psychology, human resources, business, or other relevant discipline and/or equivalent professional experience.

Knowledge and understanding of and/or experience in the use of the Dimensions rostering system (or similar systems) and workforce planning for a 24/7 multidisciplinary workforce would be highly desirable.

Knowledge of industrial relations requirements and experience in consulation with union and health and safety representatives would also be highly regarded.

Role Status: Term up to 13/11/2026

Salary Range: $108,109-$116,864 (ASO7)

Location: Adelaide CBD & Cavan

Enquiries: Judith Hoad, Email:

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive work environment. If you require any assistance with our recruitment process, please contact us at and a member of our team will get back to you.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Applications close: 28/10/2025 11:30 PM