Principal Investigator

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Detail information about job Principal Investigator. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Ongoing ful time position
• Parramatta location
• Grade 9/10, maximum salary package $128,760

• Ongoing full time position
• Parramatta
• Grade 9/10

The Department of Finance, Services & Innovation (DFSI) is a service provider, regulator and central agency of government. We are transforming the way we do business to help make NSW great.  NSW Fair Trading safeguards the rights of all consumers and advises business and traders on fair and ethical practice. We provide services directly to individuals and businesses to create a fair, safe and equitable marketplace.
 
An opportunity has arisen within NSW Fair Trading, Building Compliance & Enforcement, Building Investigations Branch for an experienced, professional investigator.
 
The Principal Investigator leads and mentors a team of investigators undertaking a range of investigations and compliance activities.  To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate previous experience in dealing with complex and sensitive investigations and compliance activities, as well as the ability to research and interpret policy and legislation.
As a member of the Branch management team you will collaborate with other members of the team to monitor performance and meet group goals and guarantees of service.  The position provides expert advice on legislative and compliance matters to Building Investigators and senior management. 
You should:

• Have expertise in undertaking complex investigations;
• Have a thorough knowledge of best practice investigation policies and procedures, the rules of evidence, preparation of briefs of evidence, and court processes;
• Possess high level analytical, organisational and communication skills;
• Be able to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions; and
• Demonstrated experience in leading a team.

 
Key responsibilities within this position will include, conducting assessments and investigations, in an efficient and effective manner and in accordance with the legislative requirements, available methodologies and departmental guidelines.
 
You must have exceptional communication skills and be able to communicate at all levels both internally and externally.
 
Pre-Requisites

• Certificate IV in Government Investigations (or equivalent experience) or preparedness to undertake an identical or similar employer-sponsored program.
• A thorough understanding of the formal conduct of investigations, evidence gathering and review process.
• Current NSW driver’s licence and ability and willingness to travel throughout the state when required.

 
Learn more Please review the Role Description For enquiries regarding this position, please contact
Nathan Grogan, Manager, Building Investigations Branch on 02 9895 0820.
 
Closing date Tuesday 24 July 2018 [11:59PM]
 
Your application should include a covering letter [maximum two pages] and an up-to-date resume of no more than five pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this position. There are no selection criteria to be addressed.
 
Salary Grade 9/10. Maximum package $128,760. Package includes salary ($105,409- $116,157), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
 
Job Status Ongoing full time under the Government Sector Employment Act 2013
 
Apply now at I Work for NSW (formerly jobs.nsw) Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact their helpdesk 1800 562 679.
 
Job reference 00006AZ1
 
 
The Department of Finance, Services and Innovation (DFSI) is an EEO employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultures and people with a disability. At DFSI, we endeavour to make roles flexible. While these roles are advertised as full time, we will consider requests to undertake the work flexibly including on a part-time or job share basis.