Team Leader

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

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

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 10906

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
What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Leader - Payroll Services.

AFP are seeking a Team Leader We are searching for motivated and enthusiastic individuals who have demonstrated experience leading busy and diverse teams.

You will be responsible for leading and managing your team in the delivery of effective and efficient processing of AFP payroll in accordance with legislative requirements. You should enjoy engaging with people to create a positive working environment and to build effective working relationships.

You will embrace new ideas, value diversity and make sound business decisions to deliver an effective and efficient service. Your demonstrated understanding of Payroll processing and the applicable legislative framework will support your transition into this role.

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?

Payroll Services Team Leaders guide and manage resources responsible for assisting AFP business through the provision of a variety of administrative and financial functions/tasks.

We are looking for leaders who have relevant experience and a strong interest in:
developing plans and ensuring all resources are effectively directed at achieving business area outputs
developing team members and fulfilling a guiding, mentoring and advisory role
creating and contributing to a positive team culture
bringing new and innovative ideas to the Payroll space
implementing leading edge technology utilising effective change management practice
providing verbal and written advice (including Executive Briefs) to stakeholders
undertaking project and research work
building and maintaining internal and external stakeholder relationships
Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen.
You must have a Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
You should have contemporary Payroll, Human Resources, Corporate and/or Finance experience.
You should have demonstrated leadership experience.
Selection Criteria

Achieve results
Communicates with influence
Contributes to strategic thinking
Cultivates productive working relationships
Shows personal drive and integrity
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

The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated for all AFP employees, and all AFP appointees must maintain up-to-date vaccination status. 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

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