Job Details
Job Reference: 846577
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job Status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Overview
The Investigation Support Branch operates within SAPOL's Crime Service and encompasses five Sections: Telecommunications Interception Section (TIS), Covert Investigation Section, Technical Support Section, Surveillance Section, and Witness and Covert Support Section. The TIS provides specialised operational and governance support, coordinating lawful access to telecommunications data, intercepted communications, and surveillance device capabilities. It manages applications for Telecommunications Interception Warrants, Stored Communications Warrants, Surveillance Device Warrants, and facilitates telecommunications data requests while ensuring compliance with Commonwealth and State legislation.
Responsibilities
The incumbent is responsible for ensuring SAPOL compliance with all auditing and reporting requirements associated with:
* Telecommunications (Interception and Access Act) Act, 1979 (Commonwealth)
* Telecommunications (Interception) Act, 2012 (South Australia)
* Australian Attorney General's Department
* Australian Communications and Media Authority
* Department of Communications
* Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
* Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman
Special Conditions
* The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
* The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
* Some out of hours work and inter/intra-state travel may be required.
* The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program.
Requirements
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act 1979 (Cth) and Telecommunications (Interception) Act 2012 (SA), including associated determinations and regulatory requirements.
* Ability to interpret and apply legislative and technical knowledge to provide sound advice and recommendations that support operational investigations.
* High-level written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear, accurate advice on complex or sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy.
* Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision, prioritise competing tasks, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
* Proficiency in the use of information management systems to extract, analyse and interpret telecommunications or related data.
* Demonstrated ability to deliver client-focused services in a sensitive environment, maintaining confidentiality, integrity and professional credibility.
* Experience in financial management, including budget monitoring and the use of financial management systems.
Salary
ASO4 - $79,432 - $83,266 per annum.
Equal Opportunity Statement
South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working and is committed to creating opportunities for more South Australians.
South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities and encourages applications from First Nations peoples. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
Applications Close
17/06/2026 5:00 PM
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