South Australia Police
Job reference: 849718
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Ongoing full-time vacancy.

The Executive Assistant is accountable to the Assistant Commissioner for the provision of high level, confidential secretarial, administrative and research support services thereby contributing to the achievement of Service objectives.

This position will frequently liaise and build working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including those who may have sensitive and confidential requirements, contribute to the achievement of overall service objectives, and provide a high level of administrative support.

The incumbent must have a high level of stakeholder engagement and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. The Executive Assistant will demonstrate initiative and be able to proactively anticipate ahead, the needs of the Assistant Commissioner. Has excellent verbal and written communication skills, business acumen, highly organised with a strong focus on attention to detail, be resilient and highly adaptable, the ability to think laterally, and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

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

ASO4 - $82,212 - $86,180 per annum.

Enquiries

Cynthia Healey
0410 466 ***
**************@police.sa.gov.au

Application InstructionsAll 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 workplace 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: 23/08/2026 5:00 PM

Attachments:
- PID - ASO4 Executive Assistant.pdf
- RF2099 - Pre-Employment Dec.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.

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