Alcohol and other Drugs (AOD) Testing Officer

Alcohol and other Drugs (AOD) Testing Officer

Location: Emu Plains NSW

Position: 1x Temporary Opportunity – 12-months

Salary: Grade 3/4 - $82,193.00pa - $90,001.00pa plus superannuation + leave loading

Your Role

The Alcohol and other Drugs (AOD) Testing Officer undertakes the delivery of random and target Alcohol and Other Drugs testing of organisational employees, to facilitate compliance with legislative requirements and the CSNSW duty of care obligations.

What you’ll do

As part of the AOD Testing Officer role you will be required to –

• Undertake, with minimal supervision, individually or as part of a team, work in an ethical and consistent manner, random, mandatory or targeted alcohol and drug testing of employees in any CSNSW workplace as authorised by an appropriately delegated officer.
• Ensure that CSNSW AOD testing related policy and protocols are implemented comprehensively, including the maintenance of privacy of affected employees and confidentiality of all information.
• Undertake appropriate research into the harmful effects of AOD on employees’ health; provide input into the ongoing development of procedures and guidelines and deliver promotional / educational programs in relation to ADO policy and related issues to enhance service delivery.
• Prepare reports and correspondence and follow administrative systems and processes to ensure that all information / testing data is stored accurately and correctly and is accessible as required.
• Ensure all AOD testing equipment is calibrated correctly in order to generate correct test results.

What we’re looking for

Essential Requirements

• Current certification for AOD testing and pathology collection or willingness to obtain post commencement of employment.
• Current driver’s license and preparedness to drive a vehicle in the course of performing the role.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout NSW at short notice as necessary.
• Willingness to work shifts across any 24-hour period including weekends and public holidays.
• Willingness to remain on intra-state operations for up to 5 consecutive days with regional accommodation.

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 Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:

National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014

Download the role description.

Job Notes: Part of the assessment process includes additional online capability testing, skills testing or work samples in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013.

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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including: 

·        A challenging and rewarding career

·        Flexible, autonomous work environment

·        Competitive pay and conditions

·        6 weeks annual leave

·        Shift and penalty rates where applicable

·        Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

·        Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs, including access to the Fitness Passport.

We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the capabilities and requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

Applications close Friday 13th June 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Barry Sheens via barry.sheens@correctiveservices.nsw.gov.au.

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Mozhda Neamat via 02 8688 2863 via Mozhda.neamat@dcj.nsw.gov.au.   

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

A talent pool will be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.

 Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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