58983


Exemptions Officer
Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Closes: 27 July 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 5
Salary: $95,722 - $100,956 plus superannuation
Position No: 58983
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 20 July 2026
Contact Officer: Laura Simsen on Laura.Simsen@act.gov.au


Details: The Exemptions Officer is responsible for end to end processing of Exemption Certificate Applications for all ACT schools (Public, Catholic and Independent), ensuring decisions are procedurally fair, timely, accurate, and compliant with legislative and policy requirements. The role is responsible for assessing complex and sensitive matters, ensuring decision and recommendations are consistent and adhere to legislative and policy requirements.
The Exemptions Officer prepares detailed briefing materials, certification and correspondence to support the delegate in the decision-making process. The role provides advice to schools and families, manages enquiries and supports continuous improvement by helping to refine processes, guidance materials and work practices.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately until 15 December 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months or permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Please provide a written to the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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Note

This is a temporary position available immediately until 15 December 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months or permanency.