investigations support officer

South Australia Police

Job reference: 696976

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Term, full-time vacancy for up to 12 months

The Governance and Capability Service (GCS) supports the Commissioner of Police in the discharge of his responsibility to control and manage SA Police by ensuring SAPOL has appropriate governance and capability to discharge its statutory charter, other government obligations and meet community expectations. The Service leads in supporting strategic thinking, determining strategic objectives, and fulfilling the organisation's vision and values in driving SAPOL performance. The Ethical and Professional Standards Branch sits within GCS.

The Anti-Corruption Section (ACS) is part of the Ethical and Professional Standards Branch. ACS investigates corruption allegations throughout the public sector in South Australia and other specialised investigations as directed by the Commissioner of Police. ACS collaborates closely with the Office for Public Integrity and the Independent Commission Against Corruption.

The ACS team includes Detectives, Intelligence Officers, unsworn Investigation Support Officers, and administrative staff. Investigation Support Officers assist sworn police officers with complex covert and overt investigations, conduct witness interviews, perform administrative and investigational tasks, and help prepare detailed and accurate briefs of evidence.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program.

Salary

ASO6 - $98,478 - $104,165 per annum.

Enquiries

Michael Newbury

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.

Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.

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: 14/10/2025 5:00 PM