Exciting opportunity as a Team Leader within the First Nations Justice Office (FNJO) to provide leadership and management oversight to ensure the effective operation of Indigenous Justice Programs (IJP) throughout North Queensland, including the Murri Court Program, Community Justice Group Program, Aurukun Restorative Justice Program, and Remote Justice of the Peace Program.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Management
Classification AO6
Workplace Location Cairns region
Job ad reference QLD/696827/26
Closing date 18-Aug-2026
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Contact person Craig Casey
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The FNJO was established to address the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Queensland's criminal justice system and meet Queensland's National Agreement on Closing the Gap (the National Agreement) justice targets.

The FNJO sits within the Justice Policy and Reform division and is one of five divisions in the Department of Justice. The division consists of approximately 200 employees delivering the following functions:

- Strategic Policy and Legislation
- Justice Reform Office
- Regulatory Policy and Legislation
- First Nations Justice Office
- Special Projects and Statutory Reviews.

The IJP operates within the FNJO and is one of the key program areas responsible for delivering FNJO's frontline and community-based justice initiatives across Queensland.



As part of FNJO's commitment to addressing the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Queensland's criminal justice system and supporting the achievement of Closing the Gap justice targets, IJP is responsible for the development, implementation, management and continuous improvement of a range of culturally responsive justice programs across Queensland.

Working in partnership with First Nations communities, Elders, Community Justice Groups, government agencies and non-government stakeholders, IJP supports place-based initiatives that strengthen community justice responses, improve access to culturally appropriate justice services, and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who come into contact with the justice system. Through these programs, IJP contributes to FNJO's objectives to address overrepresentation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the criminal justice system.

What you will bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

- To communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and have knowledge of both cultures and societies from a historical and contemporary perspective.
- The ability to lead a team and supervise and develop staff.
- To establish and maintain co-operative working relationships with co-workers and program stakeholders.
- To prioritise competing demands and manage time effectively, to ensure timely completion of deliverables.




- The ability to analyse and define solutions to complex problem and provide operational support.
- To behave in an ethical, respectful, and culturally sensitive manner.
- To support, contribute to and cultivate cultural capability within the operations of programs established to assist vulnerable people coming into contact with the justice system.

Join Us

Join a highly regarded government department making a meaningful and positive difference for many Queenslanders. Our work is significant and fulfilling.

In addition to great work, you will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

- Adaptable and remote working arrangements. This may include telecommuting for part of the working week whilst having regard for business needs.
- A rewarding role with professional development opportunities on offer.
- Collaborative and supportive team.
- A highly supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion while contributing to team success.

Make it happen

After reading the application information package and the role description, apply for a new challenge that makes a difference in your community.

Applications to remain current for 12 months. Applicants may be considered for other vacancies at this level during the period, which may include temporary roles.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/696827/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 18th August 2026

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Information Package for Applicants

📌 Team Leader Indigenous Justice Programs (North) (Cairns)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Cairns