The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

Reporting to the Senior Inspector – Legal Services (Criminal Offences), the Inspector – Legal Services (Criminal Offences) conducts inspections and prepares a brief of evidence in relation to offences pursuant to the National Law. The role is responsible for managing a specific case load ensuring the timely delivery of reports and recommendations to relevant stakeholders for the purpose of investigating offence matters in line with the National Law and organisational processes and procedures.

This is an ongoing full-time position, based in Sydney.

In this role you will:

• Conduct criminal investigations and investigate allegations of criminal offences in accordance with the National Law, the public interest and Ahpra’s commitment to risk-based litigation.
• Ensure powers are exercised in a fair, efficient, transparent, and effective manner and in line with the objectives and guiding principles of the National Law.
• Detect, collect, and record physical evidence.
• Prepare operational orders, including warrants, relating to the exercise of powers of search and seizure, as required.
• Conduct formal interviews of persons in relation to criminal offences and take affidavit evidence as required.

As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following:

• Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent and/or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to apply legislative, policy and procedural requirements as they relate to a regulatory environment.
• Advanced oral communication skills with the ability to deal with difficult and challenging stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in the conduct of professional standards investigations in a sensitive and complex environment.

For more information, please refer to the role description –  Role Description Inspector Legal Services L6 - Aug 2021.pdf

What we offer:

• Work/life balance with the flexibility to work both in the office and at home – the best of both worlds
• A friendly and supportive working culture with an active social club
• Discounted health insurance with Medibank Private and discounted gym memberships
• Open plan workspaces in a 5-star rated building in a central location
• Attractive salary of $113,718per annum plus Superannuation

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.
• Your application must include a resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the requirements in the position description.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Jamie Halliday at [email protected] using the subject line: Inspector - Criminal Offences Unit enquiry via EthicalJobs.

 Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

With respect, no agencies please.