Compliance and Licensing Officer

Job description

Agency Department of Tourism and Hospitality Work unit Licensing NT

Job title Compliance and Licensing Officer Designation Administrative Officer 4

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $75,091 - $85,611 Location Darwin

Position number 11771 RTF Closing 01/10/2025

Contact officer Haydon Cottier on or

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TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or

job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go

to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go

to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

Compliance and Licensing Officer will be part of an efficient, flexible, and responsive team who provide information and practical

advice in the issuing and processing of licences, permits and compliance related activity across the racing and gambling legislation

framework administrated by the division.

Context statement

The position requires an enthusiastic, self-motivated team player, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, committed to

delivering as promised in order to achieve outcomes within strict timelines. A key contributor working in a small professional team.

Must be able to interpret and apply legislation. Previous experience with databases and records management is essential.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Process licence and permit applications including the examination, assessment and evaluation of all relevant information and

make recommendations for approval or otherwise to the delegate.

2. Prepare correspondence, reports and briefs and make recommendations for refusal, suspension, revocation of licence/permit

and applications administered under the Racing and Wagering Act 2024.

3. Update and maintain the licensing system and databases for regulatory and performance reporting requirements.

4. Provide administrative and processing services with annual fees and renewal periods, including bank guarantees held by the

division on behalf of the Racing and Wagering Commission.

5. Administration and tracking of generic inboxes, including distribution of emails to relevant persons, including self-exclusions

administered on behalf of individuals.

6. Work collaboratively with the Principal Licensing and Compliance Officer in assessing the validity of betting disputes as defined

by the applicable legislation, including the allocation, record keeping and tracking of such matters.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Experience with the interpretation and application of legislation.

2. Understanding and knowledge of licence administration and experience in processing and assessing applications.

3. Demonstrated experience in providing administrative services with a proven understanding of records management.

4. Knowledge of and experience in, the preparation of documentation including correspondence, reports, and briefs.

5. High level of motivation and ability to monitor and meet changing priorities and deadlines.

1. Demonstrated understanding of cross-cultural issues and sensitivity in communicating with a diverse range of stakeholders and

clients.

Desirable

1. An understanding of racing and gambling matters as they relate to the divisions responsibilities or the ability to acquire

knowledge within a short period.

Further information

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the NTPS Capability and Leadership Framework (CLF) which applies to all NTPS

employees. CLF 4 outlines what capabilities are required for this vacancy. The CLF is available here