Classification: Administrative Services Officer 6
Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 49238
Directorate: Justice and Community Safety
Advertised (Gazettal date): 26 May 2026
Contact Officer: Fiona Amundson on [email protected] or (02) 6207 8300
Details: The ACT Emergency Services Agency is seeking a Senior Public Information Officer to support the delivery of clear, timely and effective communication to the Canberra community.
In this dynamic position, you’ll lead the development and delivery of high-impact communication and engagement strategies that reach diverse audiences across government, media and the public. From crafting media releases and campaign content to advising senior executives and supporting major incidents, no two days will be the same.
We’re looking for someone with strong writing and communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities. You will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, building effective relationships across government and with external stakeholders.
This is a fast-paced environment, so you’ll need to be organised, adaptable and able to respond to changing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
If you’re a collaborative team member who can deliver under pressure and is motivated by meaningful, community-focused work, we encourage you to apply.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents 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.
Eligibility/Other requirements:
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra
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Tertiary qualifications in the field of communications and/or a related discipline area is highly desirable.
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Experience working in a high pressure, fast-paced environment such as emergency services is highly desirable.
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An understanding of and experience in direct media liaison, preferably with the ACT media is highly desirable.
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The successful applicant will need to be available for occasional weekend and after-hours work.
Note: This is a temporary position available immediately for six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.
A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill similar vacancies over the next 12 months.
Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to apply: Applicants should submit a two-page response addressing the position capabilities, together with your curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees. See the attached Position Description for further information about the role.
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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This is a temporary position available immediately for six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.
