ServiceNow Developer

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06 ($107,559.00 - 118,673.00) AFP employees will receive a 4% increase to their base salary effective from 9 December 2025

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15523

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 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

What is the role?

As a ServiceNow Developer you will be joining a collaborative technology team to support the on-going initiatives of the ServiceNow platform at the AFP. The role sits within the ServiceNow Capability Team within the Enterprise Policing Systems Branch of the CIO Command.

You will be responsible for the design, development, testing and implementation of ServiceNow solutions working closely with stakeholders and business analysts to deliver outcomes for the AFP. These solutions will be developed applying iterative techniques and agile methodologies. It will involve maturing the development capability using existing and emerging processes, frameworks and tools. The successful applicant will contribute to the successes of an agile, multi-disciplinary team focused on delivering business value and continuous improvement in accordance with agile methodologies, scrum principles and industry best practice.

As a Team Member in the AFP you will 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?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of ServiceNow Developer at the Band 6 levels. We aim to fill existing positions and create a pool of suitable applicants for future vacancies.

The role includes:

• Ensuring outputs are achieved within the strategic direction of the AFP.
• The development and implementation of ServiceNow solutions to support designed workflows.
• Maintaining technical documentation including designs and knowledge articles.
• Participate in testing, troubleshooting, and deployment activities.
• Monitor platform performance and participate in upgrades.
• Identify improvement opportunities and contribute to team roadmaps.
• Providing guidance and mentoring to junior members of the team.
• Maintaining currency in information technology processes and technical knowledge through ongoing professional development.

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.
• Experience working with the ServiceNow Platform and best practice coding standards.
• Strong understanding of ServiceNow architecture and application model.
• Ability to develop and configure business rules, UI policies, scripts, ACLs, and Flow Designer.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and other relevant programming languages.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and the ability to effectively contribute to scrum teams in a manner which is consistent with scrum principles and values.
• Experience with testing of application code.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Requirements

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

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry certifications or suitable industry experience.
• Relevant ServiceNow Certifications including ServiceNow Certified System Administrator.
• Integrations experience (API & REST).
• Experience in the use of Azure DevOps.

Additional Information

• This role is based in Canberra, however remote working options may be negotiated.

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.
• 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

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: Simone Hopper,

Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 0906, ​

Contact Officer Email: simone.hopper@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 13/12/2025

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www.afp.gov.au