[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/9bdf31e8-2904-455e-8f76-20fa8085a8ed.jpg] Please note: Only current Department of Health, including Tasmanian Health

Service employees, are eligible to apply. THE ROLE Provide high level support to the Office of the Senior Practitioner in matters pertaining to regulatory and legislative functions of the Senior Practitioner.

Lead the provision of authoritative advice and legal policy guidance to staff and key stakeholders on a range of issues, including the authorisation, regulation and auditing of restrictive practices.

Develop specialist contracts and procurement services, manage governance and accountability obligations, including delegations and information requests such as RTIs and PIPs.

Provide high level, timely and accurate reports and briefings to support the machinery of government.

Advise on emerging legal and policy issues and formulate correspondence to Crown Law for legal advice and assistance as required.

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- Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. DETAILS OF APPOINTMENT Fixed term full-time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight,

commencing from as soon as possible until 30 April 2027. Please note that hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant CLASSIFICATION Health and Human Services Award - General Stream Band 7 SALARY $132,460 - $139,392 per annum (pro rata) + 12% superannuation Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025 Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar vacancies. ELIGIBILITY Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: 1.

Working with Vulnerable People Registration (WWVPR) – NDIS endorsed Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: 1. Bachelor of Laws or other relevant legal qualifications, together with relevant experience in managing legal and regulatory issues.



Under particular circumstances employees may be required to undertake a new conviction check.

STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND ANY ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS You are encouraged to speak with the contact person once you have familiarised yourself with the Statement of Duties and any associated documents. This will assist you to prepare an application more aligned with our specific needs.

545119 Senior Legal and Policy Officer Band 7 (August 2026) (1).docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtVdegxxPtfiDy9YSu1dN-1e-q8zu47CCiiccpnqgXgGfAV8wFJ2FlhKU6Udo2hBlhiMsRvn8ktmtOboaSSQnrnTEgD0sXf50hAtnm1bSqWFvf1AaG-slZZ7Iq7GdowyJRKczAWzFWQzu0KssE2iOTKg%7e%7e] APPLICANT GUIDE Applicant Guide.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt-TbluZx0thY4KtJxHJJ-EwInwLSlOjkvIUGcYAEMfc8zi92wpEjgIdKxBWoP6d_IZTQaF0xIqFpxys2h57t5tTZGOAOZ4rmA-H3LnwcV8rzl2UzUIyJAz_LqLuAsQfDU6d1lJpEq5IPsphY-NRxYgg%7e%7e] HOW TO APPLY Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the specifics of the role and selection criteria contained in the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing each individual selection criteria is not required.

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Note All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

- Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

CONTACT PERSON Name: Marita O'Connell

Position: Senior Practitioner

Phone number: 03 6166 9199

Email address: [email protected] The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of

Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our

Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.

📌 Senior Legal and Policy Officer (545119) (Trentino-Alto Adige)
🏢 Dept. Health and Human Services, Tasmania
📍 Trentino-Alto Adige