Team Leader Fingerprints

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07, $110,255.00 - $118,085.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11298

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

The Team Leader, Fingerprints role is presently required to work to a Rostered Operations work pattern attracting a 22% composite allowance additional to base salary.

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 Fingerprints

The Team Leader, Fingerprint is responsible for the effective management of the Fingerprint Team and ensures that its supplies effective and efficient forensic support to AFP operations and external stakeholders.

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?

The Team Leader role is to lead, manage, plan and develop the resources of the ACT Fingerprint Team, it also contributes to the achievement of business and investigation outcomes through the provision of specialised fingerprint examination and analysis.
This role will be responsible for the daily operational needs of ACT Fingerprint Team members. It involves the monitoring of the exhibit work, management of the NAFIS ten print and latent areas, overseeing staff development and training, liaising with other forensic disciplines, monitoring fingerprint involvements in cases and fulfilling Performance Development Agreements (PDA) for relevant staff.
Essential Requirements

A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant science, forensics, fingerprints and/or demonstrated appropriate level of knowledge, expertise and currency in fingerprints.
Demonstrated ability to lead a team.
Selection Criteria

Achieve results
Communicates with influence
Contributes to strategic thinking
Cultivates productive working relationships
Shows personal drive and integrity
Technical knowledge and skills
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 Questionnaire (ESQ);
Traffic history for the last 10 years; and
Proof of Australian citizenship.

COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate

AFP employees are required to have received a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used). Satisfactory proof of vaccination status will be required at the time an offer of employment is made. Please contact the Recruitment Team if you wish to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine requirements further.

Application Information

Resume/CV
Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, addressing the selection criteria and work level standards for the role.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We aim to recognise the value of attracting and retaining employees with different backgrounds, experience, knowledge and abilities. The AFP is committed to developing a workforce that reflects all elements of the communi