Senior Scientist Document Examination
Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 842328 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Ongoing Eligibility: Open to Everyone Classification: PO3 About the Opportunity This role delivers a high‑quality, efficient, and timely forensic document examination service to the justice system of South Australia. The Senior Forensic Scientist – Document Examination independently coordinates complex casework, provides expert evidence in court, and serves as a recognised point of reference for forensic document examination expertise. The position also ensures compliance with quality and legal standards, and contributes to research, mentoring, and the advancement of best practice within the discipline.
About the Business Forensic Science SA (FSSA) provides a comprehensive, coordinated range of services to agencies associated with the justice system including the State Coroner, South Australia Police (SAPOL), the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and defence and civil litigants. We are part of the Attorney General’s Department and the Director, FSSA reports to the Executive Director Finance, People and Performance. Within FSSA there are four scientific/medico-legal operational areas: Pathology, Chemistry, Biology and Toxicology, each analysing materials using a diverse range of scientific equipment and processes. The operational areas are supported by Administration, Information Technology and Projects, Facilities and Services and Quality, who each provide underpinning services in support of the operational areas. For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also Forensic Science SA, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
Special Conditions for Employment Employment-related Screening Check required. Some out of hours work may be required. Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required. A degree in a relevant scientific discipline. Effectively embed AGD People and Leadership Expectations into all actions, activities and work processes. Participate in bi-annual Performance Development Plan (PDP). Proactively seek learning opportunities, including the timely completion of all mandatory training requirements. Comply with the Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector, relevant legislation and AGD policies and procedures. Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate (NPC) and Extended Police Check (EPC) that the AGD finds satisfactory. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD. 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.
Additional Notes You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications. For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Natasha Wright, Director Science and Support, on 8226 7700 or natasha.wright2@sa.gov.au.
Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application. The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
Applications close: 07/05/2026 11:30 PM Attachments: - Job Application Pack.pdf - PO3 - Senior Scientist Document Examination.pdf Flexibility Statement
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