Closes: 30 September 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6 Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation

Position No: 07949

Directorate: Justice and Community Safety

Advertised (Gazettal date): 16 September 2026

Contact Officer: Richard Verkuylen on [email protected] or (02) 6207 0822

Details: Do you like to get your hands dirty in the world of spatial software? Are you keen to test your skills in a quick-paced high output operationally focused team? The ESA is searching for an experienced Geospatial Intelligence Officer to help deliver the ESA’s contemporary centralised spatial intelligence/Geographic Information System (GIS) capabilities.

The suitable candidate will be comfortable with operating the Esri ArcGIS Suite and other spatial software solutions, as well as willing to keep up to date with technological advancements in the field. Additionally, you will perform operational duties as part of an Incident Management Team (IMT) when required and may be required to work outside of normal hours on a rotational ‘close-call’ roster to support a response to emergencies.

This role also assists with management of spatial data holdings (including data updates, data validation etc.) and the day-to-day management and coordination of the ESA’s Mapping and Planning Support (MAPS) volunteers.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community.



We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

- A Diploma, Advanced Diploma or qualifications relevant to the role are highly desirable, or equivalent work experience.
- Experience working in an emergency services or high-pressure environment is highly desirable.
- The occupant of this position will be required to undertake part of the duties outside normal business hours and on weekends in response to emergencies.
- Driver’s licence C class is essential.
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au)To be eligible for permanent or temporary employment within the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or hold a valid work visa.
- If an officer no longer holds a visa that permits them to work in Australia,



their employment with the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) will be terminated.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until 18 June 2027. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to Apply: Applicants should submit a response of no more than two-pages addressing the position capabilities, together with your tailored curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees. See the attached Position Description for further information about the role.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available immediately until 18 June 2027.

📌 Geospatial Intelligence Officer | Full-time Temporary (Canberra)
🏢 Act Government
📍 Canberra