DEPARTMENT OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Agency Department of the Legislative Work unit Library and Research Service
Assembly
Job title Senior Researcher Designation Administrative Officer 7
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $117,356 - $126,251 Location Darwin
Position number 47105 RTF 350372 Closing 08/07/2026
Contact officer Elise Dyer, Clerk Assistant Chamber and Serjeant at Arms on 08 8946 1414 or
[email protected]
Klarin Sivyer, Deputy Clerk on 08 8946 1427 or [email protected]
Agency information www.parliament.nt.gov.au
Information for applicants
Applications are limited to a one-page cover letter and a detailed resume.
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and
accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment
for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying
for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special
Measures plans, go to the OCPE website.
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=350372
Our values
Respect, Impartiality, Professionalism, Customer Service, Creativity and Westminster Heritage
Primary objectives
The Senior Researcher provides high-quality research support to Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs),
enabling improved contributions to parliamentary processes and debates, including in Assembly committees, and
effective scrutiny of government activities and policies.
Context statement
The Department of the Legislative Assembly provides the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly, its Members
and Committees with quality and timely support for the operation of the Parliament, Parliamentary Committees, the
Parliament House precinct, and Electorate Offices (and staff).
The Library and Research Services Unit, which is part of the Parliamentary Support Division, assists MLAs and
their staff to undertake their parliamentary duties by providing timely, confidential and impartial library, reference
and research services.
Key responsibilities
1. Provide comprehensive, timely and quality research and analysis on subject matter requested by MLAs, or as
otherwise directed.
2. Undertake legislative research to provide jurisdictional comparisons of legislation and regulations.
3. Prepare high level reports, discussion papers and briefing notes.
4. Develop and maintain effective relationships with relevant stakeholders at local, Territory and national levels.
5. Ensure corporate records are maintained and appropriate data is collected to generate reports on workload
and resourcing of the unit.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills, and more than 12 months’ contemporaneous
experience in high level research, analysis and report writing.
2. Demonstrated ability to work independently, set priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
3. Proven collaboration and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to establish and sustain productive
working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including with people from diverse
cultures.
4. Proven thorough understanding of public policy and the operation of government.
5. Demonstrated high level administrative and organisational skills, and proficiency in the creation, management
and maintenance of corporate records.
Legislative Assembly of the Northern Territory
Parliament House, State Square (GPO Box 3721, Darwin NT 0801)
www.parliament.nt.gov.au
