Description:
The Emergency Services Agency is looking for a highly qualified and strategic Chief Officer who is interested in making your mark by leading and driving change as part of a collaborative, responsive executive team.The ACT State Emergency Service (ACTSES) provides immediate assistance to the community during emergencies and disasters in the ACT. It works closely with the community and the ACT Government to deliver several initiatives aimed at better preparing the community and local agencies for emergency events.
Reporting directly to the Commissioner of the ACT Emergency Services Agency, the role is responsible for strategically leading the ACTSES to deliver a responsive, contemporary and efficient service. This will require you to set the strategic direction, lead an extensive volunteer workforce, deliver community awareness initiatives and actively contribute as part of a cohesive leadership team across four operational services in the implementation of the strategic reforms across the agency.
With significant management experience within emergency services or within a similar service environment, you have successfully built positive, robust relationships with key stakeholders including volunteers, the community and government. Politically astute, you enjoy creating positive environments that encourage dedication to delivering high standards of service and new ways of thinking. It will play to your strengths in communication, resilience, diplomacy and change management and will provide you with the forum to contribute to the Emergency Services Agency's next level of success.
The ACT Government is committed to creating great workplaces with positive cultures that demonstrate respect, equity and diversity for all employees.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
- Ability to exercise the responsibilities of the Chief Officer SES under the
Emergencies Act 2004 . - Proven ability to provide high-level command and control for incidents.
- Capacity to obtain national security clearance to “Negative Vetting Level 1”.
Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $265,492 - $276,106 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $235,867 .
Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.
How to Apply: The Selection Criteria are based on the ACT Public Service Executive Capabilities.
Applicants should submit a pitch of no more than two-pages addressing the position capabilities, together with a curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees to Wayne Phillips via email at wayne.phillips@act.gov.au by 7 April 2025.
Applications should be sent to the Contact Officer.