Applications close at 11:55pm on Sunday 19 October 2025

We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.

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

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.

Join the Department of Justice

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for recruitment and payroll operations? Do you love using data and reporting to inform employee experience?

The Department of Justice is seeking a dynamic Assistant Director Human Resources Operations, Systems and Reporting to lead and streamline our HR processes. In this vital role, you will oversee recruitment strategies and ensure seamless payroll operations, providing vital reporting and supporting the success of our employees and the growth of the organization

This vital position combines recruitment and payroll operations, along with manager and executive reporting. The Department of Justice attracts top talent and operates with efficiency and integrity. If you’re passionate about serving the public, advancing justice, and improving HR processes in a complex, values-driven environment, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment Leadership: Spearhead recruitment efforts for the Department, developing strategies to attract diverse, qualified candidates while ensuring compliance with federal hiring standards.
• Payroll Operations: Oversee payroll administration, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal regulations and guidelines for all employees.
• HR Operations Oversight: Manage HR processes, including onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, and employee relations, ensuring alignment with Departmental policies.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement continuous improvements to HR operations, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with leadership to align HR strategies with the department’s values and objectives, ensuring the Department attracts and retains top talent committed to justice.

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive experience in HR management, particularly in recruitment and payroll operations.
• Strong familiarity with Tasmanian State Service HR regulations, policies, and compliance standards.
• Expertise in HRIS systems and payroll management tools.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Why the Department of Justice?

• Be part of an values based organization committed to justice, fairness, and public service.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and generous vacation policies.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the nation’s legal system while supporting a diverse and dynamic workforce.
• A culture of integrity, collaboration, and respect for public service.

If you’re a proactive HR leader with the expertise and passion to contribute to the mission of the Department of Justice, we invite you to apply and make a meaningful difference.

Apply today to join our team and play a critical role in shaping the future of justice!

Desirable Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.

The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Pre-employment (National Police Record) checks for: Arson and fire setting, violent crimes and crimes against the person, sex-related offences, drug and alcohol related offences, crimes involving dishonesty, deception and/or conspiracy, making false declarations, malicious damage and destruction to property, serious traffic offences, crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice, Executive or the Legislative Power.
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment.
3. Identification check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

Statement of Duties (357975) Assistant Director HR Operations, Systems and Reporting Oct 2025.docx

Statement of Duties (357975) Assistant Director HR Operations, Systems and Reporting Oct 2025.pdf

Information for applicants (Human Resources).pdf

Information for applicants (Human Resources).docx

How to apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4915

For more information

Tracey Mulcahy
Director Human Resources
[email protected]
Phone: (03) 6165 4936

Reasonable Adjustment Queries

People Strategy Team
(03) 6165 7602