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Senior Learning and Development Officer
Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 843988
Location: 5015 - PORT ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for a Senior Learning and Development Officer to join the Fines Enforcement and Recovery Unit - Department of Treasury and Finance.

Remuneration: ASO6 – Salary Range ($102,171 pa - $108,071 p.a.).

About the opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Learning and Development Officer to join FERU on an ongoing basis. As the lead capability practitioner, the role is accountable for designing, embedding and sustaining a structured learning and knowledge management framework that strengthens workforce capability, service consistency and compliance. This includes refreshing core learning and role‑based learning pathways, strengthening induction and on‑the‑job learning, uplifting leadership and specialist capability, and positioning our Knowledge Management system as a trusted day‑to‑day decision‑support tool with clear ownership and review cycles.

The role leads capability delivery across FERU and supports the consistent application of FERU programs through the design and delivery of training for partner agencies and external community stakeholders, in line with agreed engagement frameworks.

About the role

In this role, you will:

  • design and implement role-based learning pathways and sustainable training rhythms
  • deliver induction, refresher learning and specialist/leadership capability programs
  • deliver masterclasses, targeted programs and/or select programs to enhance learning, growth & development
  • maintain and enhance training collateral as the business evolves to ensure training is relevant and appropriate in content and format
  • maintain and improve training knowledge management governance & content quality, including Knowledge Management systems uplift.

About you

To be successful in this role you will:

  • Lead FERU learning and knowledge governance
  • Design and deliver role-based learning pathways and induction
  • Lead knowledge management tools uplift and content quality
  • Lead delivery of vulnerability aware and service excellence capalbility
  • Partner agency and community capability enablement
  • Report on and evaluate continuous improvement
  • Possess leadership and people responsibilities.

About us

At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

The Fines Enforcement and Recovery Unit (FERU) plays a critical role in supporting the fair, lawful and effective enforcement of court‑imposed financial obligations across South Australia. Through ongoing reform, FERU is strengthening recovery outcomes while ensuring procedural fairness, compliance with the Fines Enforcement and Debt Recovery Act, and public confidence in the system.

FERU is evolving how it delivers recovery embedding stronger governance, clearer decision making, improved communications and contemporary, evidence‑based practices that balance compliance with community impact.

We offer:

  • Meaningful work that supports fairness, accountability and public confidence
  • A collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to wellbeing
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace that values integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement
  • A rewarding career where your work makes a genuine difference
  • Supportive career development opportunities
  • Salary packaging options
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
  • Be Well Program.

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Erminia Morizzi, Executive Assistant
Tel: 08 8429 0276
Email: erminia.morizzi3@sa.gov.au

Special conditions

Some out‑of‑hours work and intrastate/interstate travel may be required. The role works across FERU locations in the CBD and Port Adelaide and is subject to pre‑employment screening requirements.

If you are a strategic, forward‑thinking leader ready to shape the future of recovery in South Australia, we encourage you to apply.

Application Instructions

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. Applicants are to include the name, title and contact details of at least two referees, one being current or most recent. Applications will include a completed pre-employment declaration, and applicants will undertake and return a satisfactory General Employment Probity check, Working with Children check and Fines History check.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.


Applications close: 24/05/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- ASO6 Senior Learning and Development Officer Role Statement.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf


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.