Team Member

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT, Belconnen Police Station

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 04, $80,821.00 - $95,010.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13073

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.

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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
Health & wellbeing services - with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Victim Liaison Officer (VLO)

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Member - ACT Policing - Victim Liaison Officer, Victims of Crime Team.

As Victim Liaison Officer (VLO), you will be part of a dynamic team supporting victims through the judicial process and supporting members in meeting their obligations to victims of crime. We are looking for people who have excellent telephone communications skills, enjoying working with people, problem solving, and have an eye for detail.

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.

**Principal duties of the role include**:
Support members in meeting their obligations to victims of crime;
Provide a supplementary contact point for victims of crime;
Provide supplementary support to victims of crime;
Promote initiatives aimed at developing best practice models to support victims of crime;
Provide policy advice about issues that affect victims of crime;
Maintain client records;
Comply with the Victims Charters of Rights and relevant protocols as to the treatment of victims of crime;
Interact with other agencies as required; and
Court attendance.
Essential Requirements
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one;
Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role;
Working with Vulnerable People accreditation or the ability to obtain one;
Knowledge of, or an ability to learn the criminal investigative process;
Proven ability to work autonomously and make critical decisions; and
Ability to develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships.
Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Tertiary qualifications in relevant field; and
Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
Additional Information

This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra. External members if successful will need to re-locate to Canberra at their own expense.

Selection Criteria

Bands 2-5

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

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:
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 achievements.
Applicant pitch (maximum one/two pages). 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.

Employment Suitability

Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be require