Department for Correctional Services
Job reference: 693926
Location: ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the Role
The HR Consultant plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality human resource advice, services, and solutions across the Department for Correctional Services (the Department). Working closely with managers, supervisors, and employees, this role ensures compliance with HR policies, procedures, and legislation while supporting a positive workplace culture.
In addition to general HR functions, you will lead State-wide Recruitment for Correctional Officers (CO) and Correctional Industry Officers (CIO) — an opportunity to shape recruitment strategies, strengthen workforce capability, and contribute to South Australia's correctional system.
About us
The Department employs approximately 2,000 staff and has responsibility for nine prisons and sixteen Community Correctional offices across the state.
Our Strategic Focus is:
* Invest in strategic initiative to reduce re-offending
* Reduce the over-representation of Aboriginal people incarcerated in South Australia
* Deliver world class correctional services
* Actively contribute to improving outcomes for all people impacted by the criminal justice system.
* Prioritise the safety of staff, our partners, people under our supervision.
Minimum Requirements
* A current South Australia Driver's Licence
* An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
* 18 years or older
Why Join Us?
* Contribute to meaningful HR initiatives that support public safety and community wellbeing.
* Work in a collaborative, professional team with opportunities for growth and development.
* Engage in recruitment activities across the state, including travel to regional locations.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources
* Provide timely, accurate HR advice across workforce management functions.
* Ensure HR practices comply with policies, legislation, and enterprise agreements.
* Develop, review, and implement HR policies, procedures, and systems.
* Analyse HR trends, prepare reports, and provide recommendations to senior management.
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders across all business units.
* Participate in recruitment and selection for corporate roles.
* Undertake HR projects, research, and other duties as required.
State-wide Recruitment
* Manage end-to-end recruitment for CO and CIO positions, including application processing, assessments, and interview panel coordination.
* Develop and implement candidate attraction strategies to build a diverse talent pool.
* Prepare employment contracts and maintain recruitment databases.
* Represent the Department at employment expos and information sessions.
* Liaise with recruitment agencies to expand candidate reach.
* Provide data-driven reporting on recruitment outcomes.
* Travel to regional locations such as Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, and Cadell.
* Contribute to the ongoing improvement of recruitment processes.
About You
* Proven experience in recruitment and HR advisory roles within the public sector or similar complex environment.
* Strong knowledge of HR policies, legislation, and enterprise agreements.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive working relationships.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to prepare clear reports and briefings.
* High-level organisational skills to manage competing priorities effectively.
* Attention to detail and accuracy in HR documentation and reporting.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR information systems.
Qualifications
* Essential: Nil
* Desirable: Relevant Tertiary Qualifications in Human Resource Management or a related discipline.
Remuneration
ASO4 ($76,561 – $80,256 pa)
Enquiries
Ms Olga Ventra
Team Leader Human Resources
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Application Instructions
* All applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA.
* A cover letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria.
* A CV or resume outlining your qualifications and employment history and three current referees.
* Refer to the Advice to Applicants for information on how to apply.
* Applicants are required to complete the Employment Declaration if not currently employed by the Department for Correctional Services.
Additional Information
This is an ongoing vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunities employer, and our workplace reflects the diverse communities that we serve. Safety at Work is central to our mission — emphasising respectful relationships, psychological wellbeing, and the physical and cultural safety of all employees.
We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal people, people of African heritage, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+, neurodivergent people, people living with disability, people of all ages, and other diversity groups. We support flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements, wherever reasonably possible, and strive to ensure a fair, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment process. We encourage you to share any support or access needs when you apply.
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Applications close: 09/09/2025 11:00 PM