Hey, you!

• Looking to join a close knit, high performing and supportive People Experience team?
• Flexible work options available such as hybrid working and compressed working arrangements
• Ready to make a positive impact from day one?

At ACSO, we look for people who believe in second chances, who share our values and are passionate about supporting forensic clients to re-integrate back into the community. If this sounds like you, read on!

About Us

The Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) is a vibrant, values driven NFP, focused on partnering with Government and the community to co-design services that create real social change. We're an organisation with a bold vision to create a safe and inclusive community where prison truly is the last resort. Our purpose is to strengthen the wellbeing of our communities by advocating for and delivering services which divert people away from the justice system.

What ACSO can offer you

• full time fixed term role for 12 months (parental leave coverage). To commence ideally late April 2026 - early May 2027
• $120,000 - $130,000 base annual salary + superannuation + NFP salary packaging options (up to $150K package)
• a close knit, supportive and collaborative People Experience team
• a supportive, values based and engaged workforce - we really are!
• flexible working arrangements including options for an accrued day off or compressed hours, and the opportunity to work from home on a hybrid model, attending our Melbourne office at minimum one day a week for team collaboration
• exposure to leading people projects/initiatives which is super interesting
• autonomy plus a varied and rewarding role
• salary packaging, 17.5% annual leave loading and other leave benefits
• benefits above including wellbeing initiatives, learning and development opportunities and dedicated inclusion and diversity initiatives.

About the team and the role

Our People Experience teams' goal is to attract the best talent and retain them through helping our organisation create a fantastic employee experience. We're looking for someone to cover a period of team parental leave from April 2026- we're seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and results driven People Experience Partner.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on closely partnering with all levels of stakeholders to support them in people management across the employee journey. You will be comfortable operationally supporting leaders but also strategically - no two days are the same! You will also have opportunities to lead new people projects/initiatives because we're constantly improving and adding value.

What we're looking for

Our new team member will need to:

• hold a tertiary qualification in HR, business, psychology, law or relevant discipline
• quickly build rapport with leaders and other stakeholders to become an influential and trusted partner
• be passionate, proactive and results driven
• have demonstrated experience as a successful Partner across the employee journey including ER experience and organisational change
• Experience with Award interpretation and ideally SCHADS
• have experience in successfully leading, driving and supporting people projects/initiatives
• approachable, friendly and supportive to everyone
• high level of customer service with natural inclination to go above and beyond
• ability to juggle competing tasks and adapt at limited notice
• an eye for continuous improvement
• great critical thinking and judgement and strong written and verbal communication skills
• be able to have fun and a laugh with our team and stakeholders
• this role may hold a direct report so people leadership experience is desirable
• be comfortable working in the forensic space - we know it's not for everyone!
• Be open to attending our other offices in Victoria for one day ad hoc to engage with employees

How to apply

To apply and view the position description (PD), please visit our careers website and provide a copy of your resume, a brief covering letter (no more than one page) modified to ACSO specifically addressing why ACSO and why you're the best applicant!

To learn more about this position, please contact Stephanie Houston, General Manager People Experience, on 0417 713 173.

Applications may close earlier so please apply sooner rather than later

ACSO proudly acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia's first peoples and pay respect to their rich culture, lores, customs and elders past and present. We strongly embrace the spirit of reconciliation and continue working towards ensuring an equal voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, particularly those who have been touched by the justice system.

ACSO recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias and aims to provide a safe working environment, one which seeks to protect those affected by domestic and family violence and holds those who may use domestic and family violence to account, whilst supporting positive behaviour change.

The Australian Community Support Organisation embraces diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people regardless of their background. All suitable applicants for this role will be considered regardless of age, ability, race, gender expression, sex, cultural background, spiritual beliefs or lived experience. If you are a candidate that requires any adjustments to participate in the process, please let us know at [email protected] using the subject line: People Experience Partner enquiry via EthicalJobs.