Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer

This role is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only, in accordance with the NSW Police Force Aboriginal Employment Strategy.

Applicants for this role must be of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander decent, identify as being an Aboriginal and be accepted by the Aboriginal community as defined by the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983. This is also in accordance with Part 5, Clause 26 of the NSW Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.
- An Aboriginal person (as defined by the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983) means a person who:

- is member of the Aboriginal race of Australia, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal person, and
- is accepted by the Aboriginal community as an Aboriginal person.
- **Clerk Grade 3/4**:

- **Temporary Full-Time up to 12 months**:

- **Wyong**

**About us**

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

**About the role**

We have an opportunity for an **Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer (ACLO) **to be part of our Tuggerah Lakes and Brisbane Water Police District teams. The ACLO is responsible for providing advice and support to commands in the management of local Aboriginal issues. They assist in establishing and maintaining close personal rapport with Elders, Leaders and the members of the Aboriginal community by developing network contacts to strengthen co-operation and communication and to assist community members in their dealing with local policing issues and their contact with other statutory bodies.

An exciting opportunity for the successful applicant, this is a newly established position and will be a shared resource across the Central Coast Police Districts. The successful applicant will be based at the Tuggerah Lakes Police District in Wyong and will be required to service both the Tuggerah Lakes and Brisbane Water Police Districts.

**Aboriginality **is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised by Part 5, Clause 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.

Applicants must hold a current driver’s licence with no traffic offences recorded on their driving history within the last six (6) months or NSW Police Force Bronze Certification.

**A Working With Children Check (WWCC) is a prerequisite for this role.**

**What we can offer you**

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination; and
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease.

**How to Apply**

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

**Target Question 1**:
What is your understanding and knowledge of Aboriginal heritage and culture including your knowledge of the issues impacting on Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system. Please include relevant local issues.

**Target Question 2**:
With the above question in mind, please give examples of your demonstrated experience in working with your local Aboriginal community. What local community strategies and projects have you been part of, what was your involvement in these strategies and projects, including planning, development, implementation and what was the outcome of these strategies and projects?

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact **Rose Dunlop, Acting District Manager Tuggerah Lakes Police District via (02) 4356 6201 or Kristie Favorito, District Manager Brisbane Water Police District via (02) 4323 5503.**

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

**Our commitment to Diversity**

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.