Job description
Agency Department of Tourism and Hospitality Work unit Licensing NT
Job title Compliance and Licensing Officer Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $75,091 - $85,611 Location Darwin
Position number 11771 RTF Closing 01/10/2025
Contact officer Haydon Cottier on or
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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or
job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go
to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go
to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Compliance and Licensing Officer will be part of an efficient, flexible, and responsive team who provide information and practical
advice in the issuing and processing of licences, permits and compliance related activity across the racing and gambling legislation
framework administrated by the division.
Context statement
The position requires an enthusiastic, self-motivated team player, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, committed to
delivering as promised in order to achieve outcomes within strict timelines. A key contributor working in a small professional team.
Must be able to interpret and apply legislation. Previous experience with databases and records management is essential.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Process licence and permit applications including the examination, assessment and evaluation of all relevant information and
make recommendations for approval or otherwise to the delegate.
2. Prepare correspondence, reports and briefs and make recommendations for refusal, suspension, revocation of licence/permit
and applications administered under the Racing and Wagering Act 2024.
3. Update and maintain the licensing system and databases for regulatory and performance reporting requirements.
4. Provide administrative and processing services with annual fees and renewal periods, including bank guarantees held by the
division on behalf of the Racing and Wagering Commission.
5. Administration and tracking of generic inboxes, including distribution of emails to relevant persons, including self-exclusions
administered on behalf of individuals.
6. Work collaboratively with the Principal Licensing and Compliance Officer in assessing the validity of betting disputes as defined
by the applicable legislation, including the allocation, record keeping and tracking of such matters.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Experience with the interpretation and application of legislation.
2. Understanding and knowledge of licence administration and experience in processing and assessing applications.
3. Demonstrated experience in providing administrative services with a proven understanding of records management.
4. Knowledge of and experience in, the preparation of documentation including correspondence, reports, and briefs.
5. High level of motivation and ability to monitor and meet changing priorities and deadlines.
1. Demonstrated understanding of cross-cultural issues and sensitivity in communicating with a diverse range of stakeholders and
clients.
Desirable
1. An understanding of racing and gambling matters as they relate to the divisions responsibilities or the ability to acquire
knowledge within a short period.
Further information
Applicants should familiarise themselves with the NTPS Capability and Leadership Framework (CLF) which applies to all NTPS
employees. CLF 4 outlines what capabilities are required for this vacancy. The CLF is available here