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Chief Officer, ACT Ambulance Service Full-time ExecutiveCloses: 18 February 2025Classification: Executive Level 1.4Salary: $281,899 - $293,175 depending on current superannuation arrangementsPosition No: E349Directorate: Justice and Community SafetyAdvertised (Gazettal date): 28 January 2025Contact Officer: Wayne Phillips on or (02) 6207 9469Details: The Chief Officer of ACT Ambulance Service (ACTAS) is responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality pre-hospital medical care and managing all aspects of the ambulance service, including operations, community education, and technical expertise. Reporting to the ESA Commissioner, the Chief Officer provides strategic advice on capability, ensures alignment with legislative requirements, and supports joint emergency management activities.The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in leading responsive and contemporary ambulance services, delivering effective community education, managing organisational change, and optimising performance across human, financial, and capital resources. They will also contribute to emergency management planning for the ACT and surrounding regions and foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance the service’s positive image.Eligibility/Other Requirements: Ability to exercise the responsibilities of the Chief Officer ACTAS under the Emergencies Act 2004. Proven ability to provide high-level command and control for incidents. Capacity to obtain national security clearance to “Secret Level”. Note: An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $281,899 - $293,175 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $250,582. Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.How to Apply: The Selection Criteria are based on the ACT Public Service Executive Capabilities. Applicants should submit a pitch of no more than two pages addressing the position capabilities, together with a curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees. Please see the attached Position Description for further information about the role.Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Documents: E349 Executive Capabilities.pdf E349 Executive Capabilities.docx #J-18808-Ljbffr