Case Receipt Officer

Description:

Classification: ASO3
Salary Range: $67,589-72,033 + superannuation
Duration: up to 12 months
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30 PM, Friday 23 May 2025

About the Opportunity

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Maintain expertise and a sound knowledge of a diverse range of Standard Operating Procedures and the various modules of the Laboratory Information Management System LIMS
• Confidently exercise initiative and judgement in the presence of SAPOL Officers and escalating decision making as appropriate
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in situations of high demand
• Manage competing priorities
• Accountable for security and integrity of samples received and SAPOL requirements to ensure the chain of custody May be exposed to confronting material.

About the Business

Forensic Science SA (FSSA) provides a comprehensive, coordinated range of services to agencies associated with the justice system including the State Coroner, South Australia Police (SAPOL), the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and defence and civil litigants.

We are part of the Attorney General’s Department and the Director, FSSA reports to the Executive Director, Legal & Legislative Services.

Within FSSA there are four scientific/medico-legal operational areas: Pathology, Chemistry, Biology and Toxicology, each analysing materials using a diverse range of scientific equipment and processes.

The operational areas are supported by Administration, Information Technology and Projects, Science Support and Quality, who each provide underpinning services in support of the operational areas.

For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and Forensic Science, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ .

Special Conditions for Employment

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

Employment-related Screening Check required.

Some out of hours work may be required.

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Santina Poritz, Manager Administration, Forensic Science on 08 8226 7700 or
santina.poritz@sa.gov.au .

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ .

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.