RPS Project Officer

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08 ($121,628.00 - $132,391.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13741

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 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 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides 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?

Applications are sought for a suitably qualified applicants to be considered for the role of Project Officer – Response Policing Systems within the Chief Information Officer Command.

The Response Policing Systems (RPS) section within the CIO command are responsible for sustainment and project works relating to various Response Policing Capabilities including AFP’s national radio communications and body worn camera capabilities.

The CIO RPS section requires a Project Officer to work with the Radio and Electronic Support team to undertake planning, scheduling and programming of tasks across Australia.

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. 

What will you do?

In addition to the work level standards performance expectations, the Project Officer is responsible for managing the delivery of RPS projects to agreed schedule outcomes.

The Project Officer is responsible for:

• Assist Program Managers/Coordinator in the preparation of the program and project schedules and uploading milestones in identified tool
• Automate the upload of Microsoft Schedules milestones into identified tools
• Manage team workload to ensure milestones are met
• Manage the delivery of milestones including but not limited to liaison with relevant stakeholders and issue escalation
• Facilitate regular scheduling meetings with relevant stakeholders
• Prepare regular schedule reporting as necessary
• Assist with logistical and administrative tasks as required
• Working effectively in a small team environment
• Liaise with vendors to progress tasks and related documentation
• Use technical knowledge to develop complex scheduling to enable delivery of projects and business as usual tasks
• Conduct some occasional travel domestically and internationally

Essential Requirements

• Must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application
• A Negative 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work flexibly and achieve outcomes in busy challenging environments

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• Experience in the use of MS Project 2013/2016
• Experience working in ICT Projects
• Experience working in P25 Law Enforcement Radio Projects
• Experience and knowledge with Australian State Based Radio Networks
• Experience and knowledge of law enforcement Body Work Camera capabilities

Additional Information

This role is located in ACT and applicants are expected to be based in ACT.

Selection Criteria

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

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.
• Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made. 
• 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 invited to 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 you interview.  

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

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 LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer - Joe Turner

Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 0633 

Contact Officer Email: joe.turner@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 25/10/2024

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