Closes: 19 May 2026
Classification: Senior Officer Grade B
Salary: $149,172 - $167,151 plus superannuation
Position No: 46735
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 05 May 2026
Contact Officer: Andrew Golden on *************@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 9***
Details: Are you interested in ensuring we provide schools in the right place, at the right time? The ACT public education system has been growing at a rapid pace and is projected to continue growing over the next decade. We are looking for an enthusiastic Director to provide policy and technical advice, focusing mainly on planning for the school infrastructure needs for the next decade.
You will lead the research and development of new governance and public policy processes and innovative solutions to deliver options in response to planned increases in urban densification across Canberra, undertake timely reviews of planning and development matters on behalf of the Directorate as a referral entity and stakeholder, identify sites for new and expanded schools, and interpret and use student demand projections for corresponding school planning.
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: The following capabilities form the criteria that are required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Professional and technical skills and knowledge
Strong knowledge and understanding of land use planning, suburban and urban processes, release area and development processes as they may relate to the delivery of education facilities.
* The ability to contribute to master planning and strategic planning processes for development within both greenfield and established urban areas.
* High level analytical skills, showing experience in analysis of quantitative and qualitative data; public policy development processes (Cabinet and other processes); strategic and innovative thinking and the ability to translate analysis into quality written work.
* Leadership and management skills, including the ability to manage a work program to deliver quality work, including under pressure, and to develop junior staff as well as participate as an effective team member.
Behavioural capabilities
* Proven ability to establish, liaise and maintain effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders, and represent the work area and Directorate.
* Demonstrated commitment to applying the ACT Public Service values of collaboration, respect, integrity and innovation and workplace health and safety practices.
Compliance requirements/qualifications
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in urban/town planning, urban design, architecture, or a related field are essential.
* Experience in the processes of urban planning and land development in the ACT.
* Knowledge of and ability to use TRIM Electronic Document Record System, Microsoft Teams and SharePoint would be an advantage.
* This position does not require a pre-employment medical or a Working with Vulnerable People Check.
Notes: This is a temporary position available from 25 May 2026 until 3 July 2026. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.
Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position is assigned to a workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.
How to Apply: Applicants are asked to submit a one-page pitch, a current curriculum vitae and details of two referees by the due date.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
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Note
This is a temporary position available from 25 May 2026 until 3 July 2026. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.