Vacancy - Team Member - Policy Officer

4 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 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 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 professional development opportunities
What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Member, Policy Officer

Applications are sought from suitably qualified individuals wishing to be considered for team member roles within the Legislation & Policy team of ACT Policing. The Legislation and Policy team is part of the Legislation and Governance section which leads the ACT Policing policy agenda and also supports the ACT Policing Executive on law enforcement forums; budget policy; performance analysis and reporting, and; governance and compliance.

Team members are responsible for supporting their team to progress bodies of work through to finalisation, while also proactively contributing to a positive culture within their small team and the broader section. 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?

Successful applicants will support the team to lead and shape legislation and policy directly relevant for ACT Policing, as well as the community more broadly. The team works across a broad raft of policy themes including sexual assault, family violence, recidivism, juveniles in the criminal justice system, traffic and firearms laws, and illicit drugs. The team makes a tangible impact on the criminal justice outcomes in the ACT, including working to ensure justice for victims and ensuring the safety of the community.

Successful applicants will thrive in a fast paced and dynamic environment and have a track record of adaptability and delivering results. They will be highly regarded for their ability to:
Research, evaluate, analyse and formulate solutions to existing and emerging policy issues.
Establish and maintain productive and cooperative working relationships, contributing to positive outcomes.
Proactively develops and maintains current knowledge of key policy issues and best practices, the strategic environment and focus on professional development.

Essential Requirements

A Negative Vetting 2 security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Relevant qualification or experience and knowledge in area of expertise.

Selection Criteria

Band 4

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

Application

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 achievement, (maximum 2 pages).
Applicant pitch (maximum two page). 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.

COVID - 19 Mandate

AFP employees are required to have received a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used).

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