Compliance Officer
Canberra, ACT, AU
Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 04 ($87,836.00 - $103,256.00)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15904
This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list 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 on the people of Australia.
We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):
- Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
- 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
- 18 days of paid personal leave per year
- Generous superannuation of 15.4%
- 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 14 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
- Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements that support work-life balance
- Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What is the role?
The Covert Analysis and Assurance (CAA) team sits within the Technology Operations & Chief Information Officer Command. The team supports AFP investigations by ensuring compliance with the Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act 1979, Surveillance Devices Act 2004, Crimes Act 1914 and other relevant legislation. The team is also responsible for record-keeping, reporting services, the facilitation of the Commonwealth Ombudsman’s oversight of the various legislative regimes as well as providing a dedicated monitoring service for telecommunication interceptions.
What will you do?
The role responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Consistently demonstrate sound customer service skills, including providing non-legal advice in relation to relevant legislation and relevant AFP policy and processes
- Facilitating requests in support of AFP operations and investigations
- Adhering by quality assurance process
- Proactively work to build and maintain good working relationships with relevant stakeholders (both internal and external)
- Being familiar with relevant legislation, such as the Telecommunications (Interception & Access) Act 1979, Surveillance Device Act 2004, Criminal Code Act 1995, Crimes Act 1914 and other relevant legislation
- Contribute with innovative ideas to enhance processes in support of team objectives and productivity
- Utilise multiple AFP and computer-based information systems to interrogate, input, collate and retrieve data for operational support and prepare reports
- Undertake a range of operational support tasks including team administrative duties when requested
- Assistance to the Office of the Commonwealth Ombudsman as required
- Research and self-learn outside of formal training
- Ability to perform on-call on a rotating roster to provide afterhours support for operational requirements (Applicable to limited specific positions)
Essential Requirements
- You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
- A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment.
- Strong communication skills.
- Self-motivated learner with an ability to research and acquire knowledge relevant to the role.
- Sound customer service skills.
Selection Criteria
- Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
- Communicating and working effectively with other people
- Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills
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. If you wish to be considered for both band levels your pitch should address the work level standards of the highest band.
- List any other mandatory documents necessary for assessment of this role – e.g. educational or qualification certificates. This will be included as an uploaded document with the candidate application. (Delete if no other documents are required)
Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.
Employment Suitability
Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:
- Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
- 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.
- Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.
Recruitment Process
Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We're all individuals and we love that. At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer: Katrina Dormer
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 5055
Contact Officer Email: katrina.dormer@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 12/05/2026
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