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HR Manager - Talent Pool Creation


Company : NSW Department of Communities and Justice


Location : Queanbeyan, New South Wales


Created : 2025-11-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

HR Manager, Business Partnering Location Various Employment type Talent Pool Creation Temporary opportunities Salary Clerk Grade 11/12 $149,739.00 $173,174.00 plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. Make a Strategic Impact Lead People, Drive Change, and Shape the Future of HR The Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) is creating a Talent Pool of experienced HR Managers to fill upcoming ongoing and temporary vacancies across our divisions (as well as Corrective Services NSW). This is an opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation that works with children, young people, adults, families and communities to deliver services that are safe, just, inclusive and resilient. Your role As an HR Manager, Business Partnering, youll lead a team of HR professionals and work closely with senior leaders to deliver best-practice workforce strategies and people solutions that support DCJs and CSNSWs strategic objectives. This is a leadership role with broad reach influencing decisions, managing complex workforce issues, and building strong partnerships across a broad client group such as Corrective Services NSW, Courts, Tribunals and Service Delivery, Law Reform and Legal Services, Homes NSW, Child Protection and Permanency, and Corporate Services. What Youll Do Provide strategic HR advice and partner with leaders to design and implement evidence-based workforce solutions. Lead and develop a team to deliver high-quality HR services while driving a culture of collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement. Manage complex workforce issues, including employee relations, grievances, performance and conduct matters. Lead change initiatives, workforce planning, organisational design, and talent management strategies. Support diversity, inclusion, wellbeing, and anti-racism initiatives across the organisation. Develop strategic briefs, reports, and workforce insights that inform executive decision-making. What Were Looking For Qualifications in HR or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Extensive experience delivering strategic HR solutions in large, complex organisations and/or the public sector. Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build trusted partnerships at all levels. Deep knowledge of HR legislation, policies, and employee/industrial relations frameworks. Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative workforce strategies, manage risk, and influence positive cultural change. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to prepare and present strategic advice and recommendations. Why work with us At DCJ, youll have the opportunity to shape workforce strategy, deliver impactful people solutions, and contribute to better outcomes for NSW communities. We Offer Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements (including flex leave which can add up to 24 leave days per year). Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid working. Access to wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance. Extensive learning and development opportunities to support your career growth. A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture that values courage, integrity, adaptability and innovation. Applications close 11/11/2025 at 11:59pm AEST. Inclusion and Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, women, carers, and LGBTQIA+ communities. To find out more, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website. Contact For Role-specific QuestionsJoe Kelly | [email protected] | 0460 930 797 For Application Support Or Recruitment AdjustmentsNastassja Le Claire | [email protected] | 0460 961 902 Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr