The process to fill the newly-legislated role of Cross Border Commissioner is under way with advertisements appearing online and in the city press over the weekend.

The full-time position is based in Mount Gambier with the successful applicant required to live in a cross-border community.

The exact renumeration has not been stated but it is at senior executive level in the Department of Primary Industries and Regions South Australia and it will attract a yearly sum well into the six figures.

“A key (Labor Party) election commitment for the South Australian Government was the intent to create the new position of Cross Border Commissioner to provide greater support for people and businesses in South Australia’s cross border communities to grow, making them more vibrant places to live, work and visit,” stated the advertisement.

“Reporting to the Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development Clare Scriven, the appointee will provide a new mechanism to address issues and facilitate collaboration and engagement with residents, businesses and community organisations, as well as all tiers of government in cross border communities.”

An Adelaide human resources company is responsible for the recruitment campaign.

This firm has outlined numerous desirable personal qualities in the successful applicant.

“Experience in public administration, media/communications and cross border community issues will be well regarded,” the advertisement read.

“Primary industries or agribusiness experience is considered helpful but not essential.”