Museum Assistant

3 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 03, $67,208.00 - $78,467.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11224

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool 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 to 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 mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Access to ongoing training and development to support ambitions
What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Museum Assistant.

In line with the Australian Federal Police Museum’s strategic direction, the Museum Assistant will provide support in all aspects of museum operations, in particular historic vehicle management.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

Establish and maintain best practices in vehicle maintenance, preservation, and restoration and oversee the mechanical and visual maintenance, historic conservation, preservation and restoration of the museum’s vehicle collection and assists with the collection display and collection acquisition.
Assist with the management of the collection including receipting, accessioning, cataloguing, stocktaking, storage, cleaning, pest management, digitisation and photography.
Conduct research in the identification and interpretation of the museum collection.
Respond to museum client enquiries regarding collection items.
Assist with the organisation and implementation of audience-focussed museum programs such as exhibitions, events, ceremonies, open days, promotional content and tours. Experience loading vehicles onto a trailer and driving a vehicle attached to a trailer is desirable.
Respond to requests by contractors and AFP staff for access to the museum storage facility for maintenance, servicing and monitoring.
Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen.
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Knowledge of basic collection management practices and techniques with objects of historical value including vehicles, parts artefacts as well as standard vehicle operation.
Applied knowledge of professional and contemporary museum principles, practices and procedures including collection documentation guidelines. Fluency with using collection management databases.
Knowledge of Australian history and the issues affecting Australian society. An understanding of historic and contemporary policing.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and a confident and flexible approach in interacting with a range of stakeholders including donors, technical experts, volunteers and police to achieve desired outcomes.
High level of attention to detail accuracy including strong investigative and analytical and skills.
Strong organisational skills, with the capability to complete and prioritise tasks to meet agreed quality, timescale and strategic objectives.
Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Progress towards or tertiary qualifications in museum studies or cultural heritage management.
Experience with a cultural collecting institution.
Manual Drivers Licence.
Selection Criteria

Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
Communicating and working effectively with other people
Advice for Applicants

Employment Suitability Requirements

If you progress through to the next stage, the AFP Recruitment Team will be in touch to let you know that you'll need to provide some further information:
A completed Employment Suitability Q

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