#1003 ACT Public Sector Standards Commissioner, Statutory Appointment

This is a unique opportunity for a high-level, part-time independent statutory appointment to the role of the ACT Public Sector Standards Commissioner. The Commissioner supports the maintenance of high standards of conduct by ACT public sector officials through the oversight of misconduct processes under the ACT Public Sector Enterprise Agreements, in line with the provisions of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and Public Sector Management Standards 2016.

The Commissioner will operate independently of the ACT Public Sector (ACTPS) and will be supported by the staff of the Professional Standards Unit (PSU). Specific responsibilities of the role are set out below, but the high-level elements of the role are to oversee the handling of misconduct matters across the ACTPS, including overseeing investigations, deciding upon misconduct matters, and managing related complaints. The Commissioner may provide advice to the Chief Minister and the Head of Service regarding the ACTPS misconduct landscape and integrity risk issues identified through the Commissioner’s functions.

More information about the appointment and how to apply can be found in the Candidate Information Pack.