Investigative Assistant, Act Policing

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Temporary Full time for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 03, $67,208.00 - $78,467.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 10704

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

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 communities we serve, and we maintain a number of diversity and support networks:
AFP Ability Advisory (AAA) Network
Confidant Network
Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officer (GLLO) Network
Mallunggang Indigenous Officer Network (MION)
National Women's Advisory Network (NWAN)

The AFP’s First Nations Unit is staffed by First Nations employees who utilise their unique knowledge and life experience to inform both culturally competent decision making at the AFP.

What is the role?

ACT Policing is responsible for community policing and conducting investigations into serious, complex crimes that occur in the Territory.

CI members investigate a range of offending from aggravated robberies, aggravated burglaries, serious assaults (including sexual assaults) and murders, to serious drug and outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) offending, and financial investigations in the ACT.

Judicial Operations performs a wide range of functions in ACT Policing including: Charge, bail and custody management at the ACT Watch House; Regulatory functions like The ACT Firearms Registry; the Drug Registry; Property & Exhibits, Coroner’s Office as well as many functions supporting Courts, prosecution and other Judicial functions.

This presents a unique opportunity for unsworn members to work closely with investigators, develop your own understanding of ACT Policing Patrol (General Duties) and criminal investigation, and contribute to solving crimes that are of high interest to the Canberra community and ACT Policing.

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?

Work with a team of investigators to help out on the day-to-day running of their investigations;
Assist in the preparation of investigations plans;
Facilitate investigative enquiries on behalf of the team (including with Forensics, property tasking’s, special projects preparation/review);
Aid in booking witnesses/victims in for appointments with investigators;
Help with tasks for court preparation (e.g. reviewing transcripts, redacting material in briefs of evidence); and
Any other tasks that assist in the general running of the teams' investigations.

The Successful Applicants Will Possess

The capacity to work flexibly and multi-task in an organised, calm and focused manner to achieve outcomes with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one

Desirable Requirements

An understanding of AFP investigative processes
Relevant tertiary qualifications are desirable, but not essential

Selection Criteria

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

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