The Public Health Regulation (PHR) policy team of the Health Protection Service is seeking an experienced policy officer to contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of health protection policy and regulation. PHR is responsible for the development and implementation of a wide range of health protection policy, regulatory policy and legislative items relating to population health e.g. medicines and poisons, food safety, environmental health, tobacco control and radiation safety. The ideal candidate for this position will have well-developed communication skills, an understanding of risk-based regulation and public health issues, and be able to apply this knowledge in a policy setting. 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: Applicants must hold a tertiary qualification in a health-related discipline. Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 12 months. An order of merit may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to Apply: Please submit a maximum two-page pitch in response to the ‘What You Require’ section of the Position Description, outlining your relevant skills, knowledge, and experience along with your current curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees (one must be current or recent supervisor). Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Health and Community Services Health and Community Services Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under ACT Health Directorate and Community Services Directorate. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 12 months.