Public sector misconduct, as defined in our legislation, must involve at least one of the following:
- misusing public sector resources
- dishonest or improper use of functions or powers
- misusing workplace information
- breaching a code of conduct
- behaviour that could lead to termination of employment or being charged with a criminal offence
The Commission only considers the conduct of public sector employees, which includes those working in:
- Local Government
- the Tasmanian State Service
- a Statutory Authority
- a government business or state-owned company
- Tasmania Police
- the University of Tasmania
We also consider the conduct of Members of Parliament.
Misconduct examples
Public sector misconduct may include:
- misuse or unauthorised removal of property belonging to a public sector organisation
- accepting a gift or benefit for a particular decision or action
- failing to declare or appropriately manage a conflict of interest
- looking up or releasing information without proper authority
Find out more about misconduct risks in Tasmania.