Job description
Agency NT Police Force Work unit Custody Assurance and Review Unit
Job title Review Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing
Salary $93,674 - $98,332 Location Darwin
Position number 51260 RTF 355539 Closing 16/09/2026
Contact Officer Gabrielle Crimmins on 08 8986 8491 or [email protected]
About the agency http://www.pfes.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=355539
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
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.
Primary objective
Undertake independent reviews of custody-related and use of force incidents to assess compliance with legislation, policy,
procedures and operational standards, identify risks and emerging issues, and support organisational assurance and
accountability. The role provides evidence-based findings and recommendations that inform decision-making, risk mitigation
and continuous improvement across the Northern Territory Police Force.
Context statement
The Custody Assurance and Review Unit (CARU) is a specialist, centralised assurance function within the Northern Territory
Police Force, responsible for independent review of custody-related incidents and use of force matters. CARU supports
consistent decision-making, early identification of risk, coronial preparedness and organisational learning.
Key duties and responsibilities
The Review Officer undertakes independent reviews of custody-related and use of force incidents, analysing complex
information and evidence to assess compliance, identify risks, procedural deficiencies and matters requiring remedial action.
The role prepares evidence-based findings, reports and recommendations, contributes to the identification of trends and
emerging issues, and works collaboratively with stakeholders to support organisational accountability, consistent review
outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience in compliance, assurance, investigative, governance, regulatory, policing or related
environments.
2. Ability to analyse complex information and apply legislation, policy, procedures and operational standards to determine
findings and recommendations.
3. Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify risks, emerging issues and
opportunities for improvement.
4. Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, evidence-based reports, findings and briefing
material.
5. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work independently within a structured assurance
environment.
6. Proven ability to build effective working relationships and engage with a range of stakeholders.
Desirable
1. Experience conducting reviews, investigations, compliance assessments or assurance activities.
2. Experience working with sensitive or confidential information in a government, justice or regulated environment.
Further information
Appointment may be subject to a police criminal history check.
