Ae6 - Aee1 (Aps6 - El1 Equivalent) Public Release

**The opportunity**

A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which has the same or similar requirements as this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.

**Role responsibilities**

As an AE6 Public Release Officer in ASIO, you will:

- Engage within ASIO and other Commonwealth bodies regarding archival records releases.
- Conduct research and analysis into ASIO's historical record collection.

As an AEE1 Public Release Officer in ASIO, you will:

- Manage the workload of the Public Research Directorate to ensure the Organisation's obligations & responsibilities under the Archives Act are met.
- Undertake strategic relationships and engagements within ASIO and other Commonwealth bodies in the assessment of Commonwealth records for public release.
- Conduct research and analysis into ASIO's historical record collection.
- Provide briefings and draft advice to the Executive and the Minister's Office.

**What you will bring**
- Strong analytical skills, lateral thinking and superior attention to detail.
- The ability to maintain focus and concentration, and to make and justify decisions in a clear and rational manner.
- Sound written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated persistence with difficult tasks and the ability to work to limited direction.
- Experience with record release assessments under the Archives Act or the Freedom of Information Act is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
- Experience with record releases under either the Archives Act or the Freedom of Information Act.
- Team Leadership and teamwork experience, including the development of skillsets to complement workplace pressures and workloads.
- The ability to successfully lead and manage a team with limited resources.
- The ability to identify and mitigate business risks, as well as an ability to remain flexible and adaptative to changing priorities and urgencies.
- The ability to develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and clients.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.

**What we offer you**

ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:

- A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a Positive Vetting security clearance.
- Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent.
- A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance.
- Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance. (Please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options are not available).
- Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
- Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

**Eligibility**

To be eligible for the role, you must be:

- An Australian citizen.
- Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a Positive Vetting security clearance.**Reasonable adjustments**

Please advise us if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.

**Location**

**How to apply**
- A written pitch of up to 800 words using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements.
- A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history, the dates and a brief description of your role.
- Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or previous manager.

**Closing date and time**

Monday 21 October 2024 5.00pm AEDT

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