• Senior Executive Band 1
• Temporary
• Parramatta location
• Inclusive and collaborative working environment

About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

We currently have a rare opportunity for an experienced ICT delivery professional at senior executive level to join Digital Technology and Innovation Command (DTI). There has never been a more exciting time to join the NSW Police Force as the organisation is in full flight undertaking its largest ICT operational transformation program.

About the role
This role sits in the Digital Technology and Innovation (DTI) Command but works very closely with the Forensic Evidence Technical Services. The CIT Program Manager will contribute to the transformational process of NSWPF and lead the delivery of new solutions in line with its vision. This dynamic position will provide the right incumbent an opportunity to deliver technology capabilities for both NSWPF and other law enforcement agencies in the areas of evidence collection, collation and analysis. The aim is to generate improved productivity for law enforcement agencies and improved investigation and therefore justice system related outcomes.

The role will have dealings across multiple stakeholders within DTI as well as other stakeholders across the wider NSW Police Force. You will be required be proactive in your approach and to lead the project / program to deliver required results.

The role comes with enormous responsibility and will therefore suit an energetic, dynamic and flexible person who is trustworthy and reliable, able to ask the right questions. You will be a team player, engaging with stakeholders on a daily basis and challenged to think and solve business problems and identify effective solutions. You will be an outcome focused person with excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to deliver on time and on budget while managing risks to ensure successful results.

Essential requirements

• Obtain and maintain the requisite security clearances for this position including Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1).

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology and/or equivalent experience in a related field.Hold a current driver’s licence with no traffic offences recorded on their driving history within the last six (6) months.

• Experience in delivering and managing diverse information and technology systems to a large organisation.

• Proven experience in successfully delivering multimillion-dollar information technology projects for large scale organisation, preferably within politically sensitive environments.
• Ability to analyse / review and ultimately recommend technology solutions which consider enterprise technology architecture and integrate with existing infrastructure to meet business and legislative requirements.
• Proven experience in managing challenging stakeholders and risks while delivering project outcomes.
• Business, commercial, political acumen to achieve outcomes combined with clear understanding of the dynamic nature of IT delivery in a policing or 24/7 operational environment.
• Ability to analyse / review and ultimately recommend technology solutions which consider enterprise technology architecture and integrate with existing infrastructure to meet business and legislative requirements.
• Proven experience in managing challenging stakeholders and risks while delivering project outcomes.
• Business, commercial, political acumen to achieve outcomes combined with clear understanding of the dynamic nature of IT delivery in a policing or 24/7 operational environment.

What we can offer you
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• Free In-house gym facilities with state-of-the-art fitness equipment
• Corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport
• In-house Café
• Flexible work options
• Opportunity to purchase leave
• Annual leave loading
• Free annual influenza vaccination
• Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease
• 5-minute walk to train station, Westfield and Parramatta CBD.

Our commitment to Diversity

• The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
• We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.
• If you identify as a person with disability or require information or specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Leyla Sahin on (02) 8835 9568.
• If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at hraboriginal@police.nsw.gov.au.

How to Apply
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. 
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to- date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.
To be considered for this role you must also address each of the following Target Questions (300-word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:
Demonstrate your experience in managing or contributing to a large ICT project which has been assessed by the NSW ICT Assurance framework, or other comparable framework, outlining your involvement at various gateway stages.

Target Question 2:
Demonstrate your experience in leading a cross-functional team whilst managing multiple, often challenging, stakeholders to meet strict project timeframes and successfully deliver agreed outcomes.

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.
Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen. 

Part of our assessment process may include online and/or telephone capability testing therefore you may be contacted to participate.

Prior to commencement, the su ccessful candidate will be required to undergo a National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 12 months.

For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.