Manager

Closes: 08 June 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6

Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation

Position No: 21139, several

Directorate: City and Environment

Advertised (Gazettal date): 25 May 2026

Contact Officer: Isabelle Gath on ***email_hidden*** or (02) 6205 4045

Details: Would you like to make a real difference in the community and contribute to the protection of vulnerable people? Access Canberra is looking for highly motivated, evidence-based decision makers to fill Manager roles in the Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Team, in both the Background Screening and Risk Assessment subunits.

The ASO6 Manager is a crucial part of the WWVP’s leadership team with responsibilities in day-to-day operations, team mentoring, and informing the development and review of procedures conducive to improved quality, efficiencies and levels of productivity.

The ideal applicant is one who thrives in a process-driven work environment and, who can apply their well-developed analytical abilities to identify, and respond to opportunities for improvement. Highly developed communication skills, coupled with strong interpersonal skills are a must, as is an ability to lead, and support the team in the delivery of services in partnership with other branches of Access Canberra while strengthening relationships with other ACT Government directorates, and external stakeholders.

The WWVP is a high-volume work area which relies on technological resources to complete work efficiently, and with an imperative for accuracy. Sharp attention to detail, critical thinking and demonstrated computer literacy are essential.

Access Canberra is a dynamic workplace with a changing workforce and the preparedness to adapt through ongoing personal and professional development is desirable quality of prospective candidates.

City and Environment Directorate (CED) supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and those who identify as LGBTIQA+ are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility/Other requirements: This role carries a high potential for encountering offensive or traumatic material. By applying for this position, you acknowledge the nature of the material you may be exposed to and indicate that you are willing to utilise employer provided support services to manage your mental health on an ongoing basis.

Notes: There are three WWVP Manager Positions being advertised. Two are permanent vacancies, the third is a temporary 12-month vacancy. The roles may involve rotation between WWVP subunits. A merit pool will be established from this recruitment process that may be used to fill identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Please review the Selection Criteria (Capabilities) section of the Position Description and submit an application, no longer than two pages, providing examples of your experience to demonstrate your Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role to a high standard. Applicants are also required to submit their curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees. One of your referees should be your current or previous supervisor.

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.

City and Environment

City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.

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