Closes: 24 November 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6
Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 09382
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 10 November 2026
Contact Officer: Andrea Usnik on [email protected] or (02) 6207 2027

Details: The Senior Advisor IR Advisory Services is a member of a small team which provides high level strategic and operational advice on whole-of-government employment, industrial and workplace relations issues.

The team is responsible for developing, negotiating and implementing enterprise agreements, related policies and processes, and for providing quality advice to the ACT Government and Directorates. The team is also responsible for the application, implementation and interpretation of Public Sector employment related legislation.

This position requires professionalism, commitment to the delivery of quality and timely outputs and an understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive setting 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:

PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE





- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in industrial relations, employment-related functions, such as payroll administration, or a related field in a public sector context.
- Demonstrated research and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex employment and industrial relations information and data and provide clear, accurate and consistent advice.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate and fit-for-purpose advice and other workplace documentation.

BEHAVIOURAL CAPABILITIES

- Demonstrates and promotes the ACTPS values through ethical, respectful and inclusive behaviour.
- Builds productive relationships, understands diverse stakeholder needs and influences outcomes where differing views exist.
- Exercises sound judgement and discretion to identify issues and develop practical solutions to complex matters.
- Takes responsibility for work, manages competing priorities and works effectively with limited supervision.
- Works collaboratively, supports colleagues and contributes to a positive and effective team and continuous improvement.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS





- Appropriate experience working in an employment/industrial relations setting is highly regarded.
- Qualifications in Industrial Relations and/or Human Resource Management would be highly regarded.

Note: Selection may be based on applications and referee reports only.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT, part-time hours, job-sharing, flexible start, and finish times.

How to Apply: Please provide a supporting statement of no more than two pages detailing your experience and abilities against the Professional / Technical Skills and Knowledge and Behaviour Capabilities outlined in the Position Description; and your current curriculum vitae with contact details of two referees.

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.

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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📌 Senior Advisor - Industrial Relations Advisory Services | Full-time Permanent (Canberra)
🏢 Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
📍 Canberra