Vetting Analyst

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05, $92,243.00 - $99,929.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 10988

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 Vetting Analyst.

Reporting to a Team Leader, Personnel Security Vetting., The vetting Analyst is required to conduct high level security clearance assessments and interviews at the Positive Vetting and TS-PA levels, in accordance with the Protective Security Policy Framework and AFP National Guidelines.

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?

AFP Personnel Security Vetting assists AFP business through the provision of a security vetting at all levels. This work may include:
Completing security clearance assessments at the Positive Vetting and TS-PA levels
Completing security clearance maintenance measures such as Annual Appraisals & Change of Circumstances
Provide security briefings as required
Investigation and assessment of security incidents in relation to personnel security
Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen.
Contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role (which includes interviewing/report writing)
Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security)

Interviewing & report writing experience

Selection Criteria

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

AFP employees are required to have received a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used). 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

Resume/CV
Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, addressing the selection criteria and work level standards for the role.

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 All - Abilities Network (AAA)
Pride Network (PRIDE)
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Network (CALD)
Mallunggang Indigenous Officers 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.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer - John Gladwin,

**Contact Officer Phone**: 02 5126 4212,