Senior Administrative Officer - Remuneration Package Range $150,554 - $167,990 (including salary $128,551 - $143,611)
Community Corrections
Alice Springs
Ongoing full time vacancy available

The Department of Corrections (DoC) performs an essential role in our community and the criminal justice system. Our work is complex, and we often work under difficult circumstances, but the job is rewarding.

Community Corrections services the entire Northern Territory with regional offices in Darwin, Alice Springs, Katherine and Tennant Creek with smaller offices located in Nhulunbuy, Groote Eylandt and Wadeye. We reach almost 80 communities.

About the Role

A career as a Regional Manager with DoC is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to make a difference in your community.

You will lead a collaborative and dynamic team to provide comprehensive case management to address behaviour change and ensure individuals comply with their orders and associated conditions, and directly manage, lead, train and supervise a team of staff and oversee case management, compliance, surveillance and assessment activities.

Our Regional Managers work closely with community networks to develop strategic stakeholder relationships to facilitate access to therapeutic and rehabilitative pathways and support regional initiatives.

The DoC is a professional, integrated and culturally inclusive service that provides a positive and innovative working environment. In this role you will work with a motivated team of people committed to protecting Territorians, improving outcomes for Aboriginal people, delivering people centred services and professional excellence.

About You

We are looking for applicants who:

• Have demonstrated leadership and management skills
• Have experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Hold strong interpersonal skills and effective working relationships with communities and key stakeholders
• Demonstrate resilience, integrity and problem-solving skills
• Possess excellent organisational skill with ability to manage competing priorities
• Communicate with exceptional written and oral skills

The Benefits:

• Attractive remuneration package
• 6 weeks recreation leave
• 3 weeks personal leave
• Relocation allowances
• Professional development opportunities
• Study assistance for approved tertiary education
• Opportunity to work and travel to remote communities
• A supportive work environment and mentoring
• Access to innovative resources and educational tools

Lifestyle and Community

Central Australia, home to Alice Springs (Mparntwe in Arrernte), is the heart of Australia. With a population of around 33,000, Alice Springs sits between Darwin and Adelaide, 1,500 km from each. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, it offers access to Uluru, the Larapinta Trail, the MacDonnell Ranges, and more. The well-maintained highways link Alice Springs to major cities in SA, QLD, and WA.

The town boasts modern sporting facilities, including an aquatic centre, basketball stadiums, and multi-purpose sporting fields, as well as cinemas, lively markets, and a thriving arts scene featuring galleries, festivals, and cultural events. With a strong sense of community and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere, Alice Springs makes it easy to connect with others, whether through sports, social groups, or community events.

Apply now!

Learn about the Territory and our agency, click below:

• Alice Springs & surrounds regional guide
• Join the Territory
• Department of Corrections

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Louise Ellen Ogden on 08 8935 7467 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 3294
Closing date: 09/04/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search