Team Leader Facial Identification - Forensics
Canberra, ACT, AU
Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07 ($118,673 - $127,101). This salary is reflective of the AFPs new Enterprise Agreement which commences 9 December 2024.
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13791
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?
Do you want to work for an Agency that makes a big community impact? Applications are sought from applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Leader to further strengthen the AFP's Forensics Command work in facial recognition and forensic art, in partnership with key internal and external stakeholders.
The Team Leader is responsible for managing the delivery of a range of key services, including:
• facial recognition;
• facial image comparison for identity resolution, including for court purposes;
• facial composites (face fits) and photo boards;
• age progressions of fugitives and long-term missing persons; and
• craniofacial reconstructions.
As a Team Leader you also play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change, and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
We're interested in hearing from people who:
- have the ability to ask the right questions and find the right solutions, acting at all times with integrity; and
- most importantly you'll need to have a genuine passion for delivering operational support for our stakeholders, and for doing the right thing to ensure we're putting their needs first.
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?
- Lead a team responsible for delivery of operational outcomes in facial recognition and forensic art.
- Promote a positive team culture, developing team members, while managing performance, delegating responsibility and inspiring the workforce.
- Working closely the Forensics Command Executive to progress continuous improvement, capability development, quality assurance and risk.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations while ensuring timely delivery of key operational tasks.
- Influencing future capabilities and systems to support the team's services.
- Managing and prioritising demand for the team's services.
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.
- Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team.
- Depending on operational duties, periodic psychological clearances undertaken with an AFP mental health clinician.
Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
- Tertiary qualifications in relevant field.
- Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
Additional Information
- This position has been advertised in multiple locations however, the role is located in Canberra, ACT. Successful applicants must be willing to relocate to Canberra at their own expense.
- This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement 2017-2020, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their base salary, which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.
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 - Dr Nathan Scudder,
Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 3670,
Contact Officer Email: Coord-Biometrics@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 08/12/2024
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