The Criminal Law Branch develops and implements policy, law reform, legislation and programs relating to the criminal justice system. The Director in this role will work in the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence team in the Branch and be responsible for contributing to the development of law reform in the ACT as part of work of the team. The Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence team works on a range of projects to improve legal responses to family, domestic and sexual violence, including work towards criminalising coercive control in the ACT. The position may also, from time to time, contribute to the broader work of the Criminal Law Branch including work in relation to bail, evidence, sentencing, corrections, policing, firearms, unexplained wealth, minimum age of criminal responsibility, and the construction and framing of offences in ACT legislation. 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: Relevant tertiary qualifications in law or a related field are highly desirable but not essential. Notes: This is a temporary position available from 5 January 2026 up until 30 June 2026. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. If you have any queries regarding the role, please contact Angela Lauman on Angela.Lauman@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 7364. How to Apply: Applicants should submit a one-page Expression of Interest outlining specific evidenced-based examples of your experience to demonstrate your ability to undertake this role, together with a copy of your current curriculum vitae and the name and contact details of two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available from 5 January 2026 up until 30 June 2026.