Director Service Transformation and Change
This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.
The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.
* Lead service delivery teams to deliver high impact and critical transformation initiatives
* Enable collaborative approaches to change to optimise system wide engagement
* Critical leadership opportunity to shape strategy, performance and transformation across a changing political landscape.
About the Role
The Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) is seeking an experienced and values-driven Director to lead and oversee significant service transformation and change within the Child Safety and Youth Justice Operations Portfolio (CSYJO). The role is crucial to implementing major system reforms and service improvements across child safety, out-of-home care, and youth justice services to ensure children and young people in our care are safe and cared for.
The Director will work closely with the Executive board to lead the delivery of high-quality services related to the Youth Justice Reform Blueprint and deliver on the Commission of Inquiry recommendations including the delivery of a new youth detention centre, ensuring the rights of children and young people are upheld and prioritized.
The role involves strategic oversight and leadership, with a focus on strong stakeholder partnerships and community engagement. The Director will drive the integration of youth services, oversee service improvement and system reform of the Tasmanian out-of-home care system, and lead the service improvement team to build capacity across the CSYJO portfolio.
To succeed, you will be an experienced leader in strategy, performance planning, and business transformation within complex organizational settings. You should be both tactical and strategic, capable of bringing together conceptual thinkers and delivery experts with a shared vision. A strong focus on team culture and continuous improvement, especially in the safety and care of children and young people, is essential.
* Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
* Pre-employment checks as determined by the Head of the State Service, including conviction checks in areas such as violence, sex offences, serious drug offences, dishonesty, traffic offences, and disciplinary actions.
* Relevant tertiary qualifications.
* Proven management experience in a large private or public sector organization at a senior level.
Statement of Duties and Application Guide
The State Service Senior Executive Leadership Capability Framework should be used to prepare applications.
How to Apply
Apply online via the Jobs.Tas Posting by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Include:
* A comprehensive CV with two referees
* A summary outlining your skills and experience aligned with the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties
Applications are due by 11.30pm AEDT on 7 September 2025. For assistance, contact HR Recruitment at +61 or email (emailprotected).
For more information, contact the vacancy's designated contact person.
The Department for Education, Children and Young People employs over 10,000 staff and oversees Child Safety, Youth Justice, Education, Out of Home Care, Libraries, and Child and Family Learning Centres.
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