Leading our Island
Creating trust in public service
Join our team and help make a real difference to life in Jersey. We’re looking for leaders who bring vision, experience and commitment to public service.
Explore our current leadership, board and trustee vacancies below, and visit our search jobs page for 'Head of Service' opportunities.
Leadership roles
Leading our Island and making a difference to Islanders, every day.
Our Leadership team support the Chief Executive in answering our Island’s biggest questions, with their decisions touching Islanders' lives every day, and creating trust in our public service.
Our Chief Officers are a collaborative team holding responsibility for specific areas of the public service which span from our Island's infrastructure and environment, to our finances and our health provision.
Supported by Group Directors and Heads of Service, our leadership team are the guardians of corporate governance of the public service and ensure appropriate colleague management and sound financial control.
Dedicated to continuously improving and driving innovative approaches to providing our Island with a progressing, trusted public service, the challenge is constant and the daily work is unrivalled in terms of impact and complexity, making a difference every day.
Current Chief Officer and Group Director job vacancies are detailed below, and our Heads of Service roles are listed on the search jobs page.
Board and Trustee appointments
Governing our public service and ensuring the best delivery possible for Islanders through robust assurance.
Public service is just that; serving our Islanders in the best way possible, utilising resources well, making sound decisions and complying with regulation and legislation.
And we need people to give our Islanders comfort that this is happening. To allow this, the public service has a number of boards that ensure sound governance and control exists over all areas of public service, and that the direction of travel is aligned with the Common Strategic Policy.
These boards span from the Risk and Audit Committee, Fiscal Policy Panel, Health and Care Jersey Advisory Board, Jersey Care Commission, Jersey Appointments Commission and the Jersey Police Authority.
The majority of our boards require a commitment of approximately one day a month and offer the chance for people to use their skills, knowledge and experience, often from outside public service, to ensure assurance is given to Islanders.
Joint CI Director of Civil Aviation
States of Guernsey and Government of Jersey
Role information:
The States of Guernsey and Government of Jersey are seeking a Joint CI Director of Civil Aviation to lead regulatory oversight and ensure compliance with international aviation safety and security standards across Guernsey and Jersey. This is a pivotal statutory role in both islands, shaping policy and maintaining robust governance to protect the integrity of civil aviation in the Channel Islands.
This role is one of the most senior statutory positions in the Channel Islands, and requires a leader who can balance complex regulatory responsibilities with strategic foresight. From licensing and oversight to international compliance and stakeholder engagement, you will ensure that aviation safety and security standards are met and continuously enhanced. Your leadership will influence policy decisions and protect the global reputation of the islands.
The successful candidate will initially serve as 'Acting Director of Civil Aviation' for six to twelve months before formal appointment. The appointment is for a term of up to three years, with the option to be appointed for additional terms.
Role requirements:
We would like to hear from candidates who possess:
- Extensive senior-level experience in aviation regulation
- Strong knowledge of law-making processes and governance
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills
- High integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive information
Why apply:
- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping aviation safety and security for two jurisdictions
- Work at the intersection of government, industry, and international regulation
- Lead strategic initiatives with real-world impact
- Competitive remuneration (£120-150K depending on experience)
- An excellent island lifestyle
Find out more:
To find out more about the role please view the Joint CI Director of Civil Aviation full job description
Should you have any queries regarding the role itself you can speak directly to either:
- Zoltan Pallot (Principal Civil Aviation Officer) by emailing z.pallot@gov.je or;
- Damon Hackley (Director of Operations - Economy, Infrastructure, Environment & Culture) by emailing Damon.Hackley@gov.gg
To apply:
To apply, please forward your CV and Supporting Statement to Karen.Leblancq@gov.gg
Application deadline:
Close of business on Monday 23rd February 2026
Principal
Highlands College and University College Jersey
Role information:
Following the retirement of our current Principal, Joanne Terry-Marchant, we are now seeking to appoint a new Principal of Highlands College and University College Jersey, the key anchor institution supporting local economic and social development.
This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the future direction of the college and contribute to the wider education system. We are looking for a passionate and driven professional who can deliver educational excellence and provide the strategic leadership needed to sustain our progressive growth and stability.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced, values-led leader. You may already be a Principal in another college, or you may be an ambitious Deputy, Vice or Assistant Principal ready to take the next step and lead a college in your own right.
If you are passionate about education and want an opportunity to make a significant difference to the education system of an entire jurisdiction, with the potential to achieve world-leading impact in a special and scenic setting, this could be the role for you. A relocation package will be offered to the successful candidate.
About Jersey
A better work-life balance with an unbeatable coastal lifestyle, no commute and a close-knit community - find out more about what our island offers you and relocating to Jersey
To apply:
You can find out more and apply for the role via the following link: Principal of Highlands College and University College Jersey
Application deadline:
1st March 2026
Members
Jersey Statistics Council
Bring your experience and help the newly established Jersey Statistics Council to shape the future of official statistics across the Island.
The creation of the Statistics Council marks an important step in strengthening the quality, integrity and public value of Jersey’s statistics. Your input will be central to safeguarding the integrity and quality of statistics that drive informed decisions, transparent practice and public trust across the Island.
This is a role with significant scope and influence, one where your expertise will help ensure that statistics produced for Jersey meet the highest standards and truly serve the needs of users.
The Council operates under the amended Statistics and Census (Jersey) Law 2018 and is responsible for advising Jersey’s public authorities on the production, use, quality, relevance and integrity of official (‘Tier 1’) statistics. The Council provides oversight across a diverse range of essential statistical areas, including population, housing, education, crime, employment and wider social trends. Members play a vital role in maintaining the quality and relevance of data that informs public debate, policy development and long-term planning.
As a member of the Statistics Council, your reliable contribution to a robust, transparent and high impact statistical system for Jersey will be valued by citizens, policymakers and partners alike.
This is your chance to be part of a body that takes pride in setting the highest standards and shaping the future of official statistics for our islanders, while enjoying the flexibility of remote working.
About the role:
- Members contribute to ensuring the Council functions as an effective forum where the public, data users, the Chief Statistician, Statistics Jersey and other public authorities engage constructively on the quality and value of official statistics.
- Locally based individuals with relevant experience, as producers, users or interpreters of statistics are encouraged to apply. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with an education or charity background.
- Council Members are initially appointed for a term of three years.
- The Council meets formally at least three times per year, with additional formal or informal meetings held at the discretion of the Chair.
- Members receive an annual fee of £500, with the expectation that they attend all required meetings wherever reasonably possible.
To find out more about the role please view the Members of the Jersey Statistic Council - candidate brief.
For further information or to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Francis Walker via F.Walker@gov.je ,or see the Statistics and Census (Jersey) Law 2018 as amended by the Statistics and Census (Jersey) Amendment Law 2025.
To apply:
To make an application, please send your CV together with a supporting letter to Phoebe Chambers via P.Chambers3@gov.je
Application deadline:
Monday 9th March 2026
Our Island
Striking scenery, a safe and inclusive society, miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an enviable work-life balance, a heritage, political and economic stability, low personal taxes, warm summers and mild winters.
Find out more about what it’s like to live in Jersey.
Our offer to you
A career with the Jersey Public Service comes with a range of benefits, alongside the chance to make a real difference in Islanders' lives.
Our package includes a competitive salary and generous pension plan, plus we support work-life balance with family-friendly policies, flexible working options, career break opportunities, and the ability to buy extra leave.
We’re also committed to your development, offering study leave and learning support, while our volunteering leave allows you to give back to our community.
Helping you move
We understand that relocating to Jersey is a significant decision, and we’re here to make the transition as smooth as possible. That’s why we offer a comprehensive relocation and support package for eligible employees moving to Jersey for a licenced role, designed to take the stress out of your move.
Our support may include practical assistance and advice, tailored to your needs, and access to landing accommodation to help you settle in quickly. We’re committed to providing the guidance and resources you need to make Jersey feel like home.