Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - WA
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 3 ($69,224 - $80,821); Band 4 ($80,821 - $95,010)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13739
This advertisement is to create a merit pool for future 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 the role of National Operations State Service Centre (NOSSC) Western – Team Member. This diverse role will support the NOSSC for Western Command.
NOSSC Western Command is the ‘front door’ to the AFP in Perth, WA. The team support the AFP with triaging reports of crime and requests for support to Australian Government Agencies. NOSSC Western Command provides a link to the AFP for state and foreign law enforcement agencies. It coordinates investigation resourcing and response through the Capability and Capacity Committee and provides operational support to investigations. The team also manages the property and exhibit registry for the Command.
This position works under a support working pattern as defined in the Australian Federal Police Enterprise Agreement 2017-2020.
This position presents an ideal opportunity for motivated applicants seeking to contribute and provide support to operational outcomes within Western Command.
We are looking for proactive, flexible and inquisitive natured individuals with a high level of attention to detail, computer literacy (Microsoft office suite), ability to adapt to change, able to prioritise competing tasks, great communication skills and time management.
What will you do?
Band 3 & Band 4 applicants will be expected to:
- Liaise with State & Commonwealth partners agencies, and handle enquiries from members of the public.
- Provide secretariat support to the Western Command Capacity and Capability Committee (CCC).
- Maintain a secure evidence storage facility, manage property and exhibits in accordance with AFP and legislative requirements, and provide advice relating to lodgement, handling and disposal of property and exhibits, as required.
- Undertake a support role to a major incident to achieve a positive operational outcome in line with Incident Command & Control System (ICCS) Plus doctrine.
- Undertake a range of support tasks as directed by the Team Leader NOSSC Western Command.
Band 4 applicants only:
- Triage information received from various methods and platforms and prepare a briefing paper for the CCC to consider for investigation.
- Plan and coordinate the disposal of property and exhibits, including drug destructions.
- Develop team members and fulfil a guiding, mentoring and advisory role.
Essential Requirements
- You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
- Hold a Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Have contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
- Strong aptitude for problem solving and analytical processing.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively contribute within a team.
- Excellent communication skills, including high-level writing, editing and presentation skills, and effective cross-cultural communication.
- Ability to prioritise tasks, work under pressure and meet short deadlines.
- Show initiative and work independently and within a small team.
- Excellent stakeholder relationship skills.
Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
- An understanding of command and control - ICCS +
- Demonstrate self-awareness and a commitment to personal development.
- An understanding of the role of law enforcement investigations and intelligence.
- Proven and applied data literacy, information management and applied research skills.
- Manage a high volume of tasks, prioritise and triage urgent matters appropriately.
Additional Information
- When applying you will be asked to nominate your preferred band level, however final determination of the band level you are found suitable for is at the discretion of the panel.
Selection Criteria
- Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
- Communicating and working effectively with other people
- Applying technical knowledge, expertise 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. If you wish to be considered for both band levels your pitch should address the work level standards of the highest band.
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 - Tim PARRINGTON,
Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 9038,
Contact Officer Email: tim.parrington@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 05/11/2024
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