Team Leaders - Chief Information Officer Command

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA

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

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13862

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 from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for a Team Leader role within the AFP’s Chief Information Officer Command. 

• Have you been looking for an opportunity that offers meaningful work, allows you to showcase your professionalism and stakeholder engagement skills?
• Do you enjoy challenging work?
• Do you want a rewarding career that contributes to the safety of all Australians? 

As part of this recruitment round we are looking to fill a number of positions. Vacancies include:

1. Team Leader – Cyber Security Assurance
2. Team Leader – Cyber Security Governance and Outreach
3. Team Leader – Enterprise Systems Uplift
4. Team Leader – Investigations Management Solution
5. Team Leader – Operational Case Management Systems
6. Team Leader – ServiceNow Customer Service Management

We're interested in hearing from people who:

• Have the ability to ask the right questions and find the right solutions, to act with integrity and place the customer at the centre of everything you do.
• Most importantly you'll need to have a genuine passion for the customer and for doing the right thing to ensure we're putting our customer's needs first.

What will you do?

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.

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.

More information on these roles can be found within the Candidate Information Pack. Please review the specific duties & responsibilities outlined for each vacancy you are submitting your application.

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.
• Relevant qualification or extensive experience and expertise in Information Technology or closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high performing teams or extensive leadership experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to translate between business and technical people.
• Excellent organisational, negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities for change and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Have contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a like or related field.

Desirable Requirements

• A strong understanding of digital technologies and appreciation of technical methodologies.
• Thorough knowledge of Agile methodologies, especially Scrum and DevOps, and the ability to effectively contribute to scrum teams consistent with scrum principles and values (including assisting the business in prioritising their business requirements or product backlog).

Additional Information

• These positions can be worked from any capital city in Australia but will report into the section based in Canberra, ACT.

Selection Criteria

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

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.  Please ensure you advise which role you are applying for or if you wish to be considered for them all.

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: Rebecca Logue

Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 3675

Contact Officer Email: rebecca.logue@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 11/12/2024

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