Social Media Officer

Job reference: 856034
Location: Adelaide CBD
Temporary appointment up to twelve (12) months
ASO4 - $82,212 to $86,180 pa + superannuation

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by managing roads, marine and public transport networks across the State, and builds and maintains the State-owned infrastructure that enables the delivery of essential and important government services to our community.

The Social Media team, part of the Media Directorate, publishes engaging and timely content across the Department's social media accounts to promote DIT projects, programs and services to the public, our customers, partners and other stakeholders.

The Social Media Officer is a key member of this team who plans, creates and publishes content in a variety of formats tailored to different social media platforms, to inform, educate and connect with our target audiences.

The ideal candidate will have relevant industry experience developing content, delivering social media strategies and using social media management and analytics tools. They will communicate with clarity and credibility whilst working closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Educational Qualifications / Licences

• Relevant tertiary level qualifications in communications or a related filed or equivalent industry experience is desirable.

Special Conditions

• A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.

• A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to employment with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, which must be renewed every five years before expiry.

• Some out of hours and weekend work may be required.

Enquiries
Thomas Conlin
Manager Social Media
Telephone: 0481 052 ***
Email: **********@sa.gov.au     

Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the role statement

Our Commitment
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia.

As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Applications close: 09/09/2026 9:00 PM