Vacancy - Team Leader, Legislation and Policy, Act

3 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07, $113,563.00 - $121,628.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11742

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 Team Leader, Legislation and Policy Team, Legislation and Governance section, ACT Policing, Band 7.

The Legislation and Governance (L&G) section provides executive support service to ACT Policing and the ACT Government, through coordinating and executing various tasks and functions. These include Executive support, governance coordination, legislation and policy development and organisational statistical reporting which all support ACT Policing's delivery of services and accountability to the ACT Government as per the Policing Arrangement and Purchase Agreement.

As a Team Leader within the Legislation and Policy team, you will be instrumental in formulating and coordinating advice to the ACT Policing Executive, ACT Government and senior ACT Policing officers on matters of policy and legislation which focus on high level strategic issues relating to law enforcement in the ACT. The Legislation and Policy team is staffed by a mixture of sworn and professional members to provide a balance of corporate and operational policing knowledge and skills. Applicants who can demonstrate leadership in strategic policy and legislative reform skills in a law enforcement environment will be highly regarded.

Successful applicants will thrive in complex and challenging environments and have a strong track record of leading teams to achieve results. They will be highly regarded for their leadership capabilities, strategic and lateral thinking aptitude, productive working relationships, stakeholder management skills and their ability to communicate and negotiate effectively.

As a Team Leader you 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, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, 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?

As the Team Leader of the Legislation and Policy Team within ACT Policing, your responsibilities include:
Provision of verbal and written legislation and policy advice/communication to members, the ACT Policing Executive and ACT Government relating to law enforcement matters in the ACT.
Demonstrating leadership and developing team members and fulfilling a guiding, mentoring and advisory role.
Driving legislative and policy reform for ACT Policing.
Providing representation on policy or legislation related working groups.
Essential Requirements

A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline i.e. law, policy.
Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in a related role.
Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Aptitude for strategic and lateral thinking.
Demonstrated stakeholder management skills and fostering productive working relationships.
Understanding of ACT Government Legislative Assembly process and whole-of-government

  • Policy Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Do you enjoy a challenge and want to help shape the direction of the ACT’s justice system? The Civil and Regulatory Law Branch in the Justice and Community Safety Directorate has two exciting opportunities available for individuals looking to work in legal policy, who would like to contribute to achieving great outcomes for the ACT community. Two...

  • Vacancy - Team Member - Policy Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

    EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full timeVRN - Team Member - Policy Officer - Band 4 LOCATION - ACT AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 04, $80,821.00 - $95,010.00 JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12163 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...

  • Policy Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    The role of Transport Canberra and City Services (TCCS) is to deliver essential services that Canberrans rely on each day. TCCS employs approximately 2000 staff who work across the ACT. The Strategic Policy and Programs (SPP) Branch sits within the Transport Canberra and Business Services Division of TCCS. SPP is responsible for strategic policy and...

  • Legislative Reform Team Member

    2 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

    EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing full time LOCATION - ACT AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05, $95,010.00 - $102,927.00 JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12929 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...

  • Policy Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, supported by a passionate team, on legal policy issues which deliver results for the ACT community? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking an experienced Policy Officer to work in our Courts and Tribunal team in the Access to Justice section. The Policy Officer will assist with legal policy work...

  • Vacancy - Team Leader, Human Resources, Act Policing

    3 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

    EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time LOCATION - ACT AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07, $110,255.00 - $118,085.00 JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11142 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...

  • Legal Policy and Investigations

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Details : WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance by duty holders in accordance with the Work Health and Safety...

  • Team Leader

    4 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Applications are sought from suitably experienced and qualified people to work as a Team Leader in a Reporting Team in Shared Services - Finance Services. This role is responsible for financial reporting and operational management of a team tasked with the provision of financial accounting services to ACT Government Directorates and Agencies. Duties include...

  • Policy and Legislation Officers

    3 days ago

    Canberra, Australia face2face Recruitment Full time

    **Applications close**:9 am Thursday 8 June **Face2face Recruitment reference**:585862 **Duration**:12-month contract roles with possible extension **Location**:Civic ACT **Security Clearance**:Baseline clearance is preferred, ability to obtain will be considered **Hourly Rate**:Negotiable depending on level (APS 5 - EL 1) Our Australian Government client...

  • Director, Legal Policy and Investigations | Full-time Permanent

    4 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Details : WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance by duty holders in accordance with the Work Health and Safety...

  • Director, Legal Policy and Investigations | Full-time Permanent

    3 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Details : WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance by duty holders in accordance with the Work Health and Safety...

  • Policy and Legislation Officers

    2 months ago

    Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Executive - **Salary** - $ AUD - $ AUD Hourly - **Posted** - 12-Feb-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-157006 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of...

  • Team Leader

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Applications are sought from suitably experienced and qualified people to work as a Team Leader in a Reporting Team in Shared Services - Finance Services. This role is responsible for financial reporting and operational management of a team tasked with the provision of financial accounting services to ACT Government Directorates and Agencies. Duties include...

  • Team Leader, Traffic Camera Compliance

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Do you have a keen interest in road and public safety? Can you lead, support, and develop a team to achieve common goals? If the answer is yes to these questions, you may be the person we are looking for. Access Canberra Traffic Camera Compliance is seeking a dynamic and dedicated person to fill the role of Team Leader. The successful applicant will have the...

  • Policy and Legislation Officers

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia face2face Recruitment Full time

    Applications close:9 am Thursday 8 JuneFace2face Recruitment reference:585862Duration:12-month contract roles with possible extensionLocation:Civic ACTSecurity Clearance:Baseline clearance is preferred, ability to obtain will be consideredHourly Rate:Negotiable depending on level (APS - EL 1)Our Australian Government client develops and implements policies...

  • Policy Officer

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time

    The Criminal Law Branch develops and implements policy, law reform, legislation and programs relating to the criminal justice system. This includes in relation to matters including family violence, sexual assault, bail, evidence, sentencing, corrections, policing, firearms, unexplained wealth, minimum age of criminal responsibility, the construction and...

  • Legal Policy and Investigations | Full-time Permanent

    2 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Details : WorkSafe ACT is a fully independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. WorkSafe ACT achieves its objectives through a combination of compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance by duty holders in accordance with the Work Health and Safety...

  • Policy and Legislation Officers

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    Location Canberra, Australian Capital Territory- Category Executive- Salary- $ AUD - $ AUD Hourly- Posted 12Feb2024- Work type Full Time- Contact Jess Kaur- Reference BH157006As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years...

  • El1 Policy/legislation Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Canberra, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

    Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the Australian agricultural industry and government policy? Our client is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join the team as an EL1 Policy/Legislation Officer. If you're passionate about driving legislative reform, policy development, and regulatory stewardship, we want to hear from you. **The...

  • Director, Legal Policy and Investigations

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Job Title: Director, Legal Policy, and Investigations at WorkSafe ACT Company: WorkSafe ACT About the company: WorkSafe ACT is an independent office headed by the WHS Commissioner. It focuses on achieving objectives through compliance and enforcement, awareness raising, education, inspection, and investigation related to work health and...