Tasmania Public Service Salary Scales
General
General stream
9 bands · $55,616–$194,052
Notes
- ·Rates as published in the DECYP Salary Scales, Version 1.14 (document as at 10 July 2026). The rate values are operative from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 — the year-1 3% increase under the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025, backpaid on acceptance.
- ·General and Professional Stream (Tasmanian State Service Award S085) and SES rates reflect the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025 (3% / 3% / 2.75%); the year-1 3% increase applies from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 (accepted 10 April 2026; Tasmanian Industrial Commission Order T15296 / [2026] TASIC 7).
- ·Health & Human Services rates are set under the Health and Human Services Award (S177).
- ·DCT = District/Country Transfer allowance loaded rate. Version 1.14 publishes DCT-loaded points only for General Stream Bands 6 and 7.
- ·SES remuneration is separately determined by the State Service Commissioner.
Salaries are indicative and based on publicly available data. Verify with your agency HR for accurate, role-specific information.
Salary Snapshot
TAS General Stream salary bands, shown per year.
Entry salary
$55,616
Band 1
Top salary
$194,052
Band 9
Midpoint band
$105,799
Band 5
Classifications
9
General Stream stream
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About Tasmanian State Service Pay Scales & Bands
Tasmanian State Service salaries are set under the Tasmanian State Service Award; the structure runs from Band 1 ($55,616–$67,344) to Band 9 ($175,521–$194,052) across 9 bands.
How Tasmanian State Service pay rises work
Tasmanian State Service salaries are updated under the Tasmanian State Service Award, with the column shown effective from 1 December 2025.
- A later salary column applies from 1 December 2026; the table above shows the current rates.
Classification levels & progression
Each band spans several pay points; you progress by annual increment within a band and by promotion between bands.
- Lower bands cover entry and administrative roles; higher bands cover experienced, supervisory and senior specialist roles.
Superannuation & allowances
Tasmanian State Service employees receive 12% employer superannuation — the standard Superannuation Guarantee rate.
Total remuneration
Base salary plus 12% super, with any award-specific allowances on top.
Pay differences between streams
The award covers most State Service employees, with separate schedules for specialist groups and senior executives.
- General, Professional, Teaching and Health & Human Services streams each have their own schedule.
- Senior Executive Service remuneration is determined separately by the State Service Commissioner.
Source: DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085)
Key Information
TAS salary facts, agreement context and conditions to check before comparing pay.
Scheduled change
Rates as published in the DECYP Salary Scales, Version 1.14 (document as at 10 July 2026). The rate values are operative from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 — the year-1 3% increase under the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025, backpaid on acceptance.
Scheduled change
General and Professional Stream (Tasmanian State Service Award S085) and SES rates reflect the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025 (3% / 3% / 2.75%); the year-1 3% increase applies from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 (accepted 10 April 2026; Tasmanian Industrial Commission Order T15296 / [2026] TASIC 7).
Source agreement
Health & Human Services rates are set under the Health and Human Services Award (S177).
Allowance context
DCT = District/Country Transfer allowance loaded rate. Version 1.14 publishes DCT-loaded points only for General Stream Bands 6 and 7.
Classification note
SES remuneration is separately determined by the State Service Commissioner.
Rates effective 1 Dec 2025 under the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085).
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TAS General Stream Salary Guide by Classification
Quick reference for every Tasmania Public Service General Stream classification and what it pays in 2026–2027— gross salary plus the estimated take-home pay, employer super, and total package the salary table doesn't show. Select any level to calculate your exact take-home pay after tax, Medicare, and super.
TAS Band 1 Salary
A Band 1 (also referred to as TAS Band 1 or Tasmania Band 1) earns $55,616–$67,344 gross — roughly $47,000–$55,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$62,000–$75,000 total package). Entry level administrative and support roles.
Calculate Band 1 take-home pay →TAS Band 2 Salary
A Band 2 (also referred to as TAS Band 2 or Tasmania Band 2) earns $69,593–$74,837 gross — roughly $57,000–$60,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$78,000–$84,000 total package). Administrative assistant roles.
Calculate Band 2 take-home pay →TAS Band 3 Salary
A Band 3 (also referred to as TAS Band 3 or Tasmania Band 3) earns $77,850–$84,084 gross — roughly $62,000–$67,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$87,000–$94,000 total package). Administration officer and executive assistant roles.
Calculate Band 3 take-home pay →TAS Band 4 Salary
A Band 4 (also referred to as TAS Band 4 or Tasmania Band 4) earns $86,325–$99,237 gross — roughly $68,000–$77,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$97,000–$111,000 total package). Senior administrative and coordinator roles.
Calculate Band 4 take-home pay →TAS Band 5 Salary
A Band 5 (also referred to as TAS Band 5 or Tasmania Band 5) earns $103,290–$108,307 gross — roughly $80,000–$82,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$116,000–$121,000 total package). Senior specialist and management roles.
Calculate Band 5 take-home pay →TAS Band 6 Salary
A Band 6 (also referred to as TAS Band 6 or Tasmania Band 6) earns $112,990–$128,552 gross — roughly $85,000–$95,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$127,000–$144,000 total package). Service coordinator and senior management roles.
Calculate Band 6 take-home pay →TAS Band 7 Salary
A Band 7 (also referred to as TAS Band 7 or Tasmania Band 7) earns $133,696–$141,430 gross — roughly $99,000–$103,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$150,000–$158,000 total package). Senior management and specialist roles.
Calculate Band 7 take-home pay →TAS Band 8 Salary
A Band 8 (also referred to as TAS Band 8 or Tasmania Band 8) earns $145,439–$155,221 gross — roughly $106,000–$112,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$163,000–$174,000 total package). Program manager and executive roles.
Calculate Band 8 take-home pay →TAS Band 9 Salary
A Band 9 (also referred to as TAS Band 9 or Tasmania Band 9) earns $175,521–$194,052 gross — roughly $123,000–$134,000 take-home after income tax and Medicare, plus 12% employer super (~$197,000–$217,000 total package). Senior director-level roles.
Calculate Band 9 take-home pay →Take-home and total package figures are estimates. Take-home excludes HECS/HELP, the Medicare Levy Surcharge, and salary sacrifice, and assumes a resident taxpayer claiming the tax-free threshold. Total package adds employer super to gross salary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Band 1 salary?
A General Stream Band 1 (also referred to as TAS Band 1 or Tasmania Band 1) earns $55,616 to $67,344 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $47,000–$55,000 per year. This classification covers entry level administrative and support roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 2 salary?
A General Stream Band 2 (also referred to as TAS Band 2 or Tasmania Band 2) earns $69,593 to $74,837 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $57,000–$60,000 per year. This classification covers administrative assistant roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 3 salary?
A General Stream Band 3 (also referred to as TAS Band 3 or Tasmania Band 3) earns $77,850 to $84,084 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $62,000–$67,000 per year. This classification covers administration officer and executive assistant roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 4 salary?
A General Stream Band 4 (also referred to as TAS Band 4 or Tasmania Band 4) earns $86,325 to $99,237 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $68,000–$77,000 per year. This classification covers senior administrative and coordinator roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 5 salary?
A General Stream Band 5 (also referred to as TAS Band 5 or Tasmania Band 5) earns $103,290 to $108,307 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $80,000–$82,000 per year. This classification covers senior specialist and management roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 6 salary?
A General Stream Band 6 (also referred to as TAS Band 6 or Tasmania Band 6) earns $112,990 to $128,552 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $85,000–$95,000 per year. This classification covers service coordinator and senior management roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 7 salary?
A General Stream Band 7 (also referred to as TAS Band 7 or Tasmania Band 7) earns $133,696 to $141,430 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $99,000–$103,000 per year. This classification covers senior management and specialist roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 8 salary?
A General Stream Band 8 (also referred to as TAS Band 8 or Tasmania Band 8) earns $145,439 to $155,221 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $106,000–$112,000 per year. This classification covers program manager and executive roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 9 salary?
A General Stream Band 9 (also referred to as TAS Band 9 or Tasmania Band 9) earns $175,521 to $194,052 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $123,000–$134,000 per year. This classification covers senior director-level roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What are the current Tasmanian public service salary scales for 2026–2027?
Tasmanian public service salaries are set under the Tasmanian State Service Award. General Stream Band 1 starts at $55,616–$67,344 and Band 8 reaches $145,439–$155,221. Rates were updated 18 July 2026. SES Bands 1–3 extend above $160,000. Tasmania has historically offered slightly lower base salaries than mainland states.
How does Tasmanian public service pay compare to the APS?
Tasmanian (TAS) general-stream salaries hold up well against APS classifications through the middle bands: TAS Band 4–5 earns approximately $86,000–$108,000, compared with APS 4–5 ($80,000–$98,000). The APS keeps an edge on employer superannuation (15.4% versus Tasmania's standard 12%), while Tasmania's lower cost of living stretches each salary dollar further.
When is the next Tasmanian public service salary increase?
Tasmanian public servants received updated rates effective 1 December 2025 under the current Tasmanian State Service Award. Future increases are subject to Tasmanian Government budget decisions and the state’s enterprise bargaining process.
How does a HECS/HELP debt affect Tasmanian public service take-home pay?
Tasmanian public servants with a HECS/HELP debt have compulsory repayments withheld via PAYG once income exceeds the repayment threshold ($69,528). At a TAS Band 5 salary of ~$90,000, HECS repayments add approximately $3,000 annually on top of income tax. Use the Tax Calculator on this site with the HECS toggle enabled to see your exact take-home pay.
Can Tasmanian public servants salary sacrifice?
Yes. Tasmanian public servants can salary sacrifice into superannuation as concessional contributions, taxed at 15% rather than their marginal rate. TasCOSS and some other Tasmanian government agencies may also offer PBI salary packaging. Contact your agency’s HR team to confirm what salary sacrifice options are available in your specific role.
What leave entitlements do Tasmanian public servants receive?
Under the Tasmanian State Service Award, employees receive 20 days annual leave per year, 15 days personal leave (cumulative), and long service leave at 1/80th of service per year (approximately 13 weeks after 10.4 years). Tasmania’s lower wage levels are partly offset by the state’s significantly lower cost of living, particularly for housing.
How does Tasmanian public service pay compare to mainland states?
Tasmanian Band 4–6 salaries ($86,000–$129,000) are generally 5–10% lower than equivalent NSW, VIC, and QLD classifications. However, Hobart’s cost of living — particularly housing — is considerably lower than Sydney and Melbourne, meaning the real purchasing power gap is smaller than the nominal salary difference suggests. Tasmania’s 12% superannuation is standard across all states.
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