Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Position objective:

Reporting to the Manager Culture and Capability, this strategic human resources role will assist with the delivery of the DPAC Strategic Plan. The role will play a key role in supporting the delivery of strategic human resources initiatives including:

• organisational culture and values
• learning and capability development
• diversity, equity and inclusion
• strategic planning
• change management
• employee engagement, reward and recognition
• policy development
• employee wellbeing

The role is required to work flexibly across the various work areas to meet existing and emerging priorities.

Period of Appointment

12 months 

Hours per fortnight

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

Duties

1. Provide subject matter expertise and advice to the Culture and Capability team regarding the work program, with a focus on supporting the team and engaging in professional learning to continuously improve knowledge of contemporary practice and building internal capability.
2. Oversee the implementation of key organisational culture and capability projects and initiatives, including managing the planning, development, and implementation of projects within assigned resources and agreed timeframes and outcomes.
3. Research, review and analyse current and emerging trends in relation to  human resource and organisational development matters, to identify improvement strategies to maintain employee engagement.
4. Collaborate and consult with stakeholders to support the successful design and delivery of transformative change initiatives across the Department.
5. Manage effective relationships with relevant stakeholders, both internally and externally, and represent the Agency at whole of government forums on people development initiatives directed towards improving whole of service capability.
6. Prepare high level correspondence, reports, briefing papers, presentations, and promotional material to stakeholders on project initiatives and outcomes.

Essential Requirements

NA

Desirable Requirements

NA

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SOD - Senior HR Consultant - Culture and Capability (002437), Fixed Term.docx

 SOD - Senior HR Consultant - Culture and Capability (002437), Fixed Term.pdf

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.pdf

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6165 9920.

For more information

Michelle Aulich
Manager Culture and Capability 
michelle.aulich@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6232 7098