Assistant Director

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Australian Public Service Commission Full time
Assistant Director / Director - Security and Counter-Terrorism Division

To obtain a copy of the Candidate Information Kit for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply Online' button to the left of this advertisement.

The key duties of the position include:

Employment Opportunity
The Security and Counter-Terrorism Division brings together a range of functions that contribute to Australia's integrity and rule of law frameworks - including counter-terrorism (CT) and national security laws, the management of high risk terrorist offenders (HRTO), and the protection of national security information in civil and criminal proceedings. The Division supports the Attorney-General to oversee legal issues and frameworks in relation to national security, intelligence and law enforcement, to ensure they operate in a manner which at all times respects the rule of law and strikes the appropriate balance between the protection of the community and the rights, freedoms and privacy of individuals.

The Division supports:

  • the policy and administration of terrorism-related provisions of the Crimes Act 1914, and the sabotage, espionage, foreign interference, terrorism-related and community safety order provisions of the Criminal Code
  • government on a range of issues relating to CT law and policy, including offences, associated powers, criminal prosecution, and the administration and reform of CT legislation
  • administering legislation to support the protection of national security information and other sensitive information held by government
  • supporting the Attorney-General and the Secretary (the head of the department) to engage on and influence national security issues more broadly
  • oversight of law enforcement and intelligence powers and functions to ensure appropriate safeguards are imbedded in legislation and policy design
  • oversight of public entities and other bodies, including through responsibility for the Ombudsman Act 1976
  • the operational implementation of HRTO established by Division 105A of the Criminal Code, and
  • the Attorney-General in applying for post sentence orders for HRTO-eligible terrorist offenders.
We are looking Executive Level staff who thrive in a high-performing and forward leaning environment. This role provides you the opportunity to have a direct impact and deliver on a range of legal and policy issues arising from emerging national securities priorities.

The successful applicants will be expected to:
  • prepare advice on complex legal and policy issues
  • deliver high-quality briefs, correspondence, other documents often in high pressure environments
  • ensure the department's equities are represented and considered in interdepartmental work
  • keep departmental colleagues informed on key developments, and
  • proactively consult and engage with stakeholders, as appropriate, to drive progress on tasks.
In addition to any relevant experience in relation to these priorities, we are seeking applicants with the following skills and capabilities:
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • well-developed leadership skills, and an ability to foster a positive work and team culture and develop and enhance the skills of junior staff
  • ability to work collaboratively and constructively with a diverse range of stakeholders to deliver outcomes
  • strong strategic and analytical skills
  • a proven ability to concurrently manage priorities, and adapt to changes in a fast-paced and pressured operating environment
  • demonstrated personal resilience, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence.

To be eligible for employment at the Attorney-General's Department applicants must be Australian citizens.

Applicants offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a police record check and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at a specified clearance level. The successful applicant must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.

Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.

Notes

We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can contact us to discuss options for working from Country.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit:

Getting to know the Attorney-General's Department

The Attorney-General's Department delivers programs and policies to maintain and improve Australia's law and justice framework, and to facilitate jobs growth through policies that promote fair, productive, flexible and safe workplaces. Through the Australian Government Solicitor, we also provide legal services to the Commonwealth, including legal advice and representation.Our department is the central policy and coordinating element of the Attorney-General's portfolio.Our department is structured into five groups:
• Australian Government Solicitor
• Justice and Communities
• National Security and Criminal Justice
• Integrity and International
• Enabling ServicesThe department operates in a diverse and complex environment to address challenging issues. We have a highly-skilled and engaged workforce involved in policy development and implementation and program administration. The department also has a large number of practicing lawyers, mainly within the Australian Government Solicitor Group within the department.The department is committed to having a flexible and inclusive workplace and recognises and values the diversity of the wider Australia community. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

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