Investigation Support Officer

Police; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 106,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

South Australia Police is seeking an Investigations Support Officer for the Financial and Cybercrime Investigation Branch. The role supports sworn officers in confiscation investigations, builds financial records, and prepares civil court documents under supervision.

It involves some out-of-hours work and potential intra/interstate travel. Commencing 14 December 2026 for up to 12 months, the position is full-time under ASO6 salary band.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing affidavits and presenting evidence in civil court proceedings.
• Previous investigation experience or a Bachelor of Laws or related degree will be considered favourably.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse financial and other records.
• Prepare civil court litigation documentation under supervision of a sworn police officer.
• Undertake administrative tasks related to investigations.

Skills

Affidavit preparation

Civil court evidence

Investigation experience

Education

Bachelor of Laws or related degree

Job description

South Australia Police

Job reference: 859859

Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: SA Public Sector Employees only

Term full-time vacancy (multiple positions), commencing 14 December 2026 for up to 12 months.

The Investigations Support Officer is a member of the Financial and Cybercrime Investigation Branch and is accountable to the Officer in Charge, Confiscation Section. The role is responsible for providing support to sworn police officers of the Confiscation Section in undertaking investigations pursuant to the Criminal Assets Confiscation Act 2005, to identify, track and recover the proceeds and instruments of crime. The responsibilities include gathering and analysing financial and other records, preparing civil court litigation documentation under the supervision of a sworn police officer, and undertaking administrative tasks related to investigations.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• Must hold a current (South Australian) drivers’ licence.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Requirement

• Demonstrated experience in preparing affidavits and presenting evidence in civil court proceedings
• Previous investigation experience or Bachelor of Laws or related degree will be considered favourably.

Salary: ASO6 - $105,747 - $111,854 per annum.

Enquiries

Mark Hanssen

• 81725273

[email protected]

Applications close: 30/10/2026 5:00 PM

Attachments

• PID - ASO6 Investigations Support Officer.pdf
• RF2099 - Pre-Employment Dec.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.

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

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.