- Clerk Grade 5/6
- Ongoing Full-Time
- Sydney Olympic Park

About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an prospect for a Drug and Alcohol Testing Officer to be part of our Professional Standards Command. The position is responsible for administrating statewide workplace drug & alcohol tests in accordance with relevant legislation and the NSWPF Drug & Alcohol policy and procedures.

Essential Requirements:

- Work a seven day flexible roster and undertake rotational shift work and on-call duties regularly as rostered.
- Willingness to travel statewide as required.
- Current driver's licence with no traffic offences recorded within the last 6 months.
- Completion of or willingness to complete 'Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing' course.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role) What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; and
- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.

How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum)



and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Sound communication and interpersonal skills are essential in this role. Using your relevant experience give an example of how you used your communication skills to overcome a challenging situation and reach a resolution.

Target Question 2:

In this role you will be required to work with a colleague on a daily basis. The successful candidate will need to be flexible, thrive on working in a team environment, & work collaboratively to solve problems and develop better processes. Using your relevant experience, demonstrate how you meet the requirements for the role.

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Inspector Donna O'Mally via 0428 838 215.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history)



Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

- Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
- Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
- Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For Technical assistance please contact: [email protected] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Application contact details

If you have questions or would like to learn more about this role, please reach out to the contact below:

Contact

Inspector Donna O'Mally 0428 838 215

Application close date

11 October 2026 at 11:59pm

📌 Drug and Alcohol Testing Officer (Sydney Olympic Park)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney Olympic Park