Crime Scene Investigator

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - NSW

AFP BAND & SALARY-Broadband 3-5 (Forensics) ($72,339.00 - $107,559.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15070

This advertisement is tocreate a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child's date of birth or placement
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

The Team Member provides expert forensic support involving the application of crime scene discipline expertise to investigations across AFP Outcomes 1 (National and International Policing), 2 (ACT Policing) and 3 (Specialist Protective Services and International Policing Missions).

The Eastern Command Crime Scenes team is located in Sydney, NSW and primarily supports National and International Policing, which involves detecting, collecting, recording and interpreting evidence related to a range of offences including drug importations, child protection, cybersecurity and counter-terrorism operations.

As a Crime Scene Investigator, you will need to be both flexible and mobile as well as able to deploy both nationally and internationally as required.

Forensic team members also play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

The role provides expert forensic support involving the application of crime scene discipline expertise to investigations. The Crime Scene Investigator role includes:

• Provide crime scene support, involving the application of crime scene discipline expertise to investigations within a team environment.
• Plan and conduct forensic crime scene examination/analysis into a range of crime types of varying complexity, both in the field and in the laboratory.
• Provide accurate, professional, expert forensic evidence to the courts.
• Provide accurate, professional, expert forensic advice, to investigators and other internal/external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development, delivery and/or assessment of forensic investigation training and capacity building activities for internal and/or external clients.
• Contribute to operational briefings and debriefings as required.
• Contribute to the maintenance of the Quality System including completing administrative and technical reviews of relevant casefiles.
• Contribute to the research, development and innovation on the Crime Scene portfolio.
• Contribute to the maintenance of a safe working environment.
• Contribute to a wider understanding of the role of forensic operations within the AFP.
• Undertake a mentor role for developing team members as the opportunity arises.
• Maintain sub-discipline area of expertise.
• Undertake tasks and projects as identified by the Crime Scenes Leadership Team.
• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• The member will be required to undertake an initial psychological assessment with on-going periodic assessments as identified by AFP Management
• Formal qualifications and/or contemporary experience and knowledge in a relevant science/forensic/technical discipline.

Additional Information

• This role is located in Sydney, NSW and applicants are expected to be based in Sydney.
• Positions may be filled at the AFP Band 3 to 5 levels, within the AFP Forensics Broadband 3 - 6, depending upon the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Please note final determination of the role and band level you are found suitable for is at the discretion of the panel.
• This advertisement is to create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
• This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement , an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their base salary, which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.

Selection Criteria

• Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
• Communicating and working effectively with other people
• Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV -This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximumtwo pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.

Only complete applications will be considered.Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP\'s professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Recruitment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer: Samantha Touma,

Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 3313,

Contact Officer Email: samantha.touma@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 06/10/2025

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