About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Manager - Artificial Intelligence Centre to be part of our Technology & Communication Services Command team. The Manager - Artificial Intelligence Centre leads the cross functional review and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) risk assessments, to ensure safe and responsible usage of AI within NSWPF, in accordance with the AI Assurance Framework (AIAF), engaging with business and technology stakeholders to ensure risk assessments consider the business value and outcomes of using AI technologies, balanced against the business and technology related risks.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of AI in the NSW Police Force. As the Manager of the Artificial Intelligence Centre, you will have scope to build NSWPF’s AI governance capability from the ground up. Working with various external and internal stakeholders, including State Intelligence Command, you will lead strategic initiatives, influence organisation-wide decisions, and drive the ethical, safe, and innovative use of emerging technologies. If you’re passionate about responsible AI and want to make a real impact on community safety and digital transformation, this role offers an unparalleled platform to do so.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and  
• in-house gym facilities. 

How to Apply

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Describe a time when you successfully promoted or embedded responsible AI practices within an organisation. How did you integrate AI ethics principles into business objectives, values, or communications, and what was the impact of your approach?

Target Question 2:

Can you describe a time when you oversaw the development or deployment of an AI system to ensure it complied with ethics policies, assessment frameworks, or organisational standards? What specific steps did you take to ensure the system was safe, responsible, and aligned with stakeholder expectations?

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. 

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Chief Inspector Rod Ormes via 0407 954 273.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: 

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application,  please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au 

• Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au  

• Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.