Why work with us:
Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

About the role:
The Senior Ethical Conduct Consultant contributes significantly to the state-wide implementation of the department's policies and strategies in relation to ethical standards and merit protection, particularly the Employee Complaints procedure, Merit Selection procedure, Culturally Responsive Framework and the Code of Ethics for the SA Public Sector.

This position provides high quality verbal and written advice to a wide range of departmental personnel and external agencies based on significant knowledge of relevant legislation and government and organisational policies and procedures. The Senior Ethical Conduct Consultant also has primary responsibility to undertake timely management of internal reviews and ensure, through comprehensive support and advice, that complaints are managed effectively and efficiently in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.

The Senior Ethical Conduct Consultant works as a member of the Employee Management Team, who are responsible for maintaining accurate case records, monitoring data and developing targeted resources and delivering training based on that data. The Consultant must maintain a continuous improvement lens, ensuring relevant department policies, procedures, training and associated processes remain accessible, relevant and contemporary.

The team are required to maintain high levels of confidentiality, professionalism and ethical conduct. The work can be intensive, time pressured, challenging and at times politically sensitive - but as a supportive and engaging team, we achieve great things.

Qualifications:
Essential: Significant working experience in a related field.
Desirable: A relevant tertiary qualification.

Special conditions:
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN-EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. For any other Special Conditions please refer to the Position Description. People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Enquiries:
Enquiries can be addressed to Tish Champion, Lead Employee Complaints and Case Management via tel: (08) 8226 2328 or email: [email protected]

Application instructions:
Applications must be made through the I Work For SA website.

Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

For further information and details on how to apply for this vacancy, please go to iworkfor.sa.gov.au and search for vacancy number 681406.

Additional notes:
Two full-time (1.0 FTE) ongoing roles are available.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexible working arrangements they may require for this role.

Applications close 13/07/2025 11:30 PM