At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operations and support youth workers in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join the Tasmanian Government's core child-centred agency.
- Benefits: Permanent role with relocation support, training, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a commitment to child safety.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
We’re looking for experienced Operations Coordinators to join our team at Ashley Youth Detention Centre located near Deloraine, 35 minutes away from Launceston. This is a critical frontline leadership role responsible for running operations and leading teams in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
In this role you will:
- Lead and coordinate daily centre operations
- Manage and support the team of Youth Workers on shift
- Make critical decisions to manage risk and maintain safety
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to support outcomes for young people
- Work 12 hours shifts, with set monthly rotating rosters. You will be allocated to a daytime or nighttime role
This is a hands-on, shift-based, leadership role where no two days are the same!
What we are offering:
- Permanent full-time role with 6.5% corrections allowance on top of your base salary
- Generous relocation support, including assistance with temporary accommodation, travel expenses and removalist costs
- Formal training, supervision and development to build your expertise
- Structured annual salary progression in line with experience and performance
- Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Program
- Access to Fitness Passport, purchase leave scheme, and Novated Lease
Who we are looking for:
You will bring strong organisational skills, a strong sense of purpose and you have:
- The ability to assess complex situations and make sound decisions
- High levels of resilience, emotional intelligence and integrity
- A genuine commitment to child safety and wellbeing
- A passion for working with vulnerable young people and model the Department’s values through respectful relationships, integrity, and collaborative leadership
- A proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for process improvement, bring fresh ideas, and contribute to improving the centre’s operation
- A current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Employment/Volunteer Status, or the ability to obtain
We welcome applications from people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages. We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible for everyone. If you need any adjustments, please contact us, we’ll happily work with you.
The Department for Education, Children and Young People is proudly Tasmanian Government’s core child-centred agency. Everything we do is to support children, young people and their families. At AYDC, we provide a secure, therapeutic environment focused on rehabilitation, education, and positive reintegration into the community.
Operations Coordinator – Tasmania employer: Department for Education, Children and Young People TAS
The Department for Education, Children and Young People is an exceptional employer, offering a permanent full-time role as an Operations Coordinator at the Ashley Youth Detention Centre in Tasmania. With generous relocation support, structured salary progression, and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing through programs like the Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport, we foster a supportive work culture that values resilience, integrity, and collaboration. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable young people while enjoying professional growth opportunities in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
Contact Details:
Department for Education, Children and Young People TAS Recruitment Team
