Senior Regulatory Officer

About the Department of EducationThe Department of Education (DoE) sets the foundations for quality early learning experiences and delivers world class education services.
The department also hosts the which is responsible for regulating early childhood education and care services.
Your Role Support the ECRA by consistently and fairly applying relevant early childhood education and care (ECEC) legislation, standards, policies and guidelines in the regulation of the ECEC sector within the context of the Regulating for Quality policy
Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Regional Offices, Central Office Teams and ECEC providers and services to achieve regulatory outcomes
The Senior Regulatory Officer reports to the Manager, Regulation, in each Regional Office, Early Childhood Regulatory Authority, Early Childhood, Regulation and Communication Division.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to attend an information session prior to submitting your application.
Information will be provided about the role of the Senior Regulatory Officer ECRA; how the Talent Pool works; how to apply for the position and have your questions answered.
Information sessions will be run via Microsoft Teams at the following times: 5.00pm Tuesday 16 September 2025
5.30pm Thursday 18 September 2025.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Consistently and fairly applying relevant early childhood education and care (ECEC) legislation, standards, policies and guidelines in the regulation of the ECEC sector within the context of the Regulating for Quality policy.
This may be carried out through monitoring, investigations and assessment of applications and notifications, as required
Conduct assessment and rating of education and care services across Queensland
Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Regional Offices, and ECEC providers and services to achieve regulatory outcomes
Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor About You
The successful applicant will have the following qualities: Experience as a regulator or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of regulating the ECEC sector
Experience in conducting assessment and rating or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge and complete training in conducting assessment and rating
Ability to analyse evidence and create analysis
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to prioritise and complete projects and tasks efficientlyDecision-making skills
Ability to manage risk and prioritise the work
Ability to work collaboratively with a range of different stakeholders
A passion for early childhood, with a focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children attending early childhood education and care services Instructions to apply: Attach a maximum 2-page resume (11 font only) listing two referees, one of whom is your current supervisor - please include email addresses
Completion of the questionnaire outlining which of the regional offices across the state you are committed to work from
Strong written communication is a skill required for this position, please submit a maximum 2-page (only) response to the following: The ECRA takes a risk-based approach to regulating early childhood education and care services, as explained in (R4Q).
Please provide your understanding and examples of your work as they relate to risk identification and management
Explain your ability to make good decisions based on evidence
Explain how you will establish high personal standards and expectations, if you were successful in the role Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.