Probity Officer

South Australia Police; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

South Australia Police is seeking a Probity Officer within the Security Advice Section to prepare probity reports on contractor conduct and history, ensuring SAPSF compliance and appropriate security clearances.

The ASO3 full-time position is based in Adelaide, with up to 24 months duration. Some out-of-hours work and interstate travel may be required; applications close 12 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience with probity reporting and contractor management preferred.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet reporting guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare probity reports on contractor conduct and complaint history.
• Assess employee conduct information and prepare reports for SAS management.
• Ensure reporting adheres to SAS guidelines and administrative fairness.

Job description

Term full-time vacancy up to 24 months

The Probity Officer is a role within Security Advice Section (SAS) that is responsible for providing probity reports on contractor conduct and complaint history. SAS is responsible for managing the security of contractors and service providers aligned to the South Australian Protective Security Framework (SAPSF) GOVSEC5 requirements and the SAPSF policy for recruiting employees, including identity, eligibility and suitability requirements. Security clearance requirements will be applied to contractors as SAPOL would to its employees.

South Australia Police

Job reference: 861392
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Probity Officer is a role within Security Advice Section (SAS) that is responsible for providing probity reports on contractor conduct and complaint history. SAS is responsible for managing the security of contractors and service providers aligned to the South Australian Protective Security Framework (SAPSF) GOVSEC5 requirements and the SAPSF policy for recruiting employees, including identity, eligibility and suitability requirements. Security clearance requirements will be applied to contractors as SAPOL would to its employees.

The Probity Officer is accountable for researching and assessing employee conduct information and preparing a probity report for SAS management. The probity reports must adhere to SAS approved reporting guidelines and protocols satisfying natural justice and procedural fairness obligations and other administrative law requirements. As such the incumbent must be able to prioritise and schedule a demanding work load, and work general direction.

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.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Salary

ASO3 - $74,095 - $78,694 per annum.

Enquiries

Andrew Kemp
8207 5545
[email protected]

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.

Applications close

12/11/2026 5:00 PM

Attachments

• ASO3 Probity Officer PID.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.