Register of Interest - Payroll Services

Register of Interest Details

JOB TITLE - Register of Interest - Payroll Services

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND - Band 04 ($84,458.00 - $99,285.00)

VACANCY REFERENCE NUMBER - 14812

CONTACT OFFICER - Payroll Services Coordinator, PayrollCoordinator@afp.gov.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE - 11:59pm (AEST) 18/03/2026

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 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 11 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 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

Role Summary

Payroll Services sits within the Business Services branch, which is a multifaceted branch within the Chief Financial Officer Command. The AFP Payroll Services deliver fortnightly pays to over approximately 8,000 employees using SAP. We have a complex and fast-paced operating environment, which means that there is never a dull day and always something new to learn.

Working in Payroll Services is an important contribution to the frontline endeavors of the AFP that leaves a positive impact on our members. You will learn more about the exciting work that the AFP does in Australia and overseas to deliver on our mission to protect Australians and Australia's interests.

As a member of the Payroll Services team, you will work in the administration of conditions of service and entitlements for AFP employees including processing of pay, leave and superannuation. This team supports the delivery of payroll services to AFP employees by processing payroll transactions, providing advice on pay related matters and monitoring areas of risk.

What will you do?

Payroll Services team members are responsible for:

• Day to day payroll processing, including calculation of employee entitlements to strict deadlines.

• Undertaking general administrative duties associated with the provision of payroll services to the agency.

• Working collaboratively with your team to deliver high quality payroll service.

• Participating as a constructive team member to deliver ongoing improvements, quality of service and professional practices and standard.

• Building subject matter expertise through on the job training and learning opportunities.

• Communicating outcomes in line with AFP's Enterprise Agreement and related legislation, policies and procedures.

• Contributing to a positive and energetic team culture.

• Interpreting and providing information to staff related entitlements and conditions of service in line with the Enterprise Agreement and related legislation, policies and procedures.

• Further develop subject matter expertise through ongoing development and learning opportunities.

Requirements

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.

• Contemporary Payroll, Superannuation, Human Resources, Corporate and/or Finance experience.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with Payroll Systems such as SAP or similar.

Required Application Documentation

This Register of Interest is for upcoming opportunities in Payroll Services. Applicants may be contacted as opportunities arise if they are considered suitable. No correspondence or outcome will be provided to applicants who are not considered for the opportunity.

As part of your Register of Interest you will be required to submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV – Please outline your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch is NOT required. Please upload your resume in both the CV and Applicant Response fields.

This is a Register of Interest only and not a merit based process. Applicants will not receive any feedback or outcome regarding their application. You may be contacted by the AFP should we wish to discuss any upcoming opportunities.

Employment Suitablity

Should you successfully progress from the Register of Interest 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.