Independent Commission Against Corruption
Job reference: 851784
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE BC
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Investigator - Salary $144,352 - $150,352 p.a. plus superannuation (INV1)
Senior Investigator - Salary $153,404 - $161,919 p.a. plus superannuation (INV2)
Contract appointment for up to 12 months

About ICAC

The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is an independent statutory body established to promote integrity within South Australian public administration. ICAC investigates reports of alleged corruption within public administration and actively prevents corruption by undertaking evaluations of the practices, policies and procedures of public agencies. ICAC also delivers education programs which seek to guide the conduct of public officers in the South Australian public sector.

Working for ICAC

ICAC is a small and dynamic agency. Working for ICAC provides an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to society by playing a critical role in promoting integrity within South Australian public administration.

ICAC offers a range of financial and non-financial benefits to its employees including:

• Competitive salary
• Super contributions into Super SA or a Superannuation fund of your choice
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Supported professional development
• Interesting and meaningful work
• The opportunity to work alongside highly qualified and involved leadership

ICAC is committed to treating everyone equally, regardless of their age, ability, gender diversity, sexuality, relationship and reproductive status, race, religion, and culture and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. ICAC is a member of We’re Equal.

The Role
Working within a multi-disciplinary team to conduct complex and sensitive investigations into allegations that fall within ICAC’s jurisdiction, the Investigator is required to have well developed problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to develop knowledge of relevant legislation. It is expected the Investigator will have strong written communication and interpersonal skills and experience in planning and conducting investigations or relevant tertiary qualifications to inform investigative work. 

A Senior Investigator will lead complex and sensitive investigations and ensure high quality investigational techniques are undertaken. This will include interviewing suspects and witnesses, taking statements and preparing briefs of evidence for prosecutions and/or investigation reports to the Commissioner.

Requirements
We are looking for people with experience conducting complex and sensitive investigations including experience in interviewing people to extract relevant information. Demonstrated high level communication skills and the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation will be key to success in the role. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Further information about the roles and the essential skills and knowledge required can be found in the Job and Person Specifications attached.

Special conditions
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview and reference checks will be completed for candidates successful at interview. 

Successful applicants will be required to complete a statutory declaration verifying their statement of claims.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory security and integrity assessment.

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1.

Application Instructions

• A letter of application no more than two pages, with a minimum 10 point font, demonstrating how you meet the essential selection criteria set out in the job and person specification.
• A resume outlining your relevant experience and aptitude for the position.
• Please indicate which position you would like to be considered for.

Enquiries
Kate Wilson
Principal Investigator
Wilson.Kate@icac.sa.gov.au

Applications close: 04/08/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Job and person specification Investigator INV1.pdf
- Job and person specification Senior Investigator INV2.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.