Department of Human Services
Job reference: 845562
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

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.

Workforce Development and Integrity

The Workforce Development and Integrity Division plays a critical role in building our capable, inclusive, and high-performing workforce and by extension, supporting the delivery of safe, trusted services for the South Australian community. The division provides internal strategic and operational workforce services, whilst also contributing to the boarder public safety and integrity through the provision of screening services.

• Convenient CBD location
• Exciting opportunity to work within the SA Government Public Sector
• Work with a dynamic and enthusiastic team

The Senior Determinations Officer is a role within Screening Unit and is accountable to the Team Leader, Assessments for:
• the assessment of relevant history information, making determinations and writing decisions about a person's suitability to work with children and vulnerable people in accordance with the provisions of South Australian screening legislation and policy
• the development and recording of determinations and reasons for decisions under limited direction using a reasonable, transparent and timely decision-making process
• complying with statutory and administrative decision-making processes providing feedback and contributing to the skill development of Senior Assessment Officers.

National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.

ASO6 - Administrative Services Officer

$102,171-$108,071

Term up to twelve (12) months

Scott McVeay
Phone: 71337423
Email: Scott.McVeay2@sa.gov.au

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 reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

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: 12/06/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Decription - Senior Determinations Officer - ASO6.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.