Classification: Senior Officer Grade C
Salary: $127,597 - $136,873 plus superannuation
Position No: 58980, Several
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 25 May 2026
Contact Officer: Brett Wilesmith on [email protected] or (02) 6205 0202
Details: The Compliance and Operations business units within the ACT Revenue Office are seeking Assistant Directors for upcoming vacancies.
To be a strong contender for these critical and challenging roles, you will have had experience in project development and implementation, be forward thinking and self-motivated. You will be adept in critically analysing complex issues and problem-solving using business intelligence data and information.
As an Assistant Director, you will be part of a highly productive, agile, resilient and cohesive team. You will report directly to the Director and Senior Director. You will be required to lead, direct, support and supervise team members in a dynamic customer service environment.
Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their ability to read, understand and apply legislation and undertake work to a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. You will use these skills to manage and resolve complex queries from taxpayers and other stakeholders. You will be required to respond to complex and sensitive correspondence and enquiries with limited supervision while ensuring compliance with the ACT’s tax laws. You may be required to engage with taxpayers as part of assessment, investigation, enforcement and education activities.
You will provide support in a business-as-usual capacity, in management as well as contributing to the supervision and development of staff. This is an opportunity to those who enjoy the challenge of a fast-paced and engaging environment across a variety of subject matters.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience and perspectives can thrive and contribute to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Notes: There are several temporary positions available for periods of up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: A two-page pitch (maximum of 1,200 words) addressing key Selection Criteria and demonstrating your skills and experience to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role located in the attached Position Description. Your curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
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There are several temporary positions available for periods of up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.
