Assistant Director, Automated Decision-Making Section Canberra ACT To obtain a copy of the Candidate Information Kits for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply Online' button to the left of this advertisement.The key duties of the position include: The Automated Decision-Making Section (ADM) is seeking an Assistant Director to lead tech policy development.The ADM section is responsible for implementing a recommendation of the Robodebt Royal Commission Report to develop a consistent legislative framework for automated decision making in the delivery of government services.The ADM Project is priority, high-profile work which would allow agencies to harness the efficiency benefits of automation while providing confidence that automated decisions are made lawfully and responsibly.AGD is seeking an EL1 assistant director to lead tech policy development to ensure that legislative design is properly informed by technical considerations.The role will involve consultation within Government and external stakeholders to examine important tech policy questions and intersection with related tech reforms such as AI and automation.How you can help us make a difference AGD is looking for a high-performing, curious and agile EL1 who can work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment to support the automated decision-making (ADM) project being led by the ADM Section.Our ideal candidate will: have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the capacity to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences have experience working in a multi-disciplinary team and acting as a liaison between technical, policy, legal and other stakeholders to facilitate clear communication and effective collaboration have the ability to think strategically and innovatively, with the capacity to examine, analyse and advise on complex technical and policy issues have demonstrated understanding of the principles and methods used in automation, machine learning and artificial intelligence be committed to continuous learning and have a proactive approach to developing skills and knowledge connected with emerging technologies collaborate with internal and external stakeholders be an agile and flexible team player who fosters positive team culture and capability have experience or demonstrated understanding of the development or use of automated decision-making systems in a public sector context have a strong understanding of the principles of Rules as Code Other qualifications: Bachelor degree in Computer Science, computer programming, software engineering, machine learning or a related field (essential) and Legal qualification and/or expertise in administrative law (desirable).To be eligible for employment at the Attorney-General's Department applicants must be Australian citizens.Applicants offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a police record check and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at a specified clearance level.The successful applicant must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.Notes A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created from this process, and will be active for 18 months after the date of this gazettal.If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process or require any reasonable adjustments, please speak contact HR Assist at or 02 6141 6111 (Option 2).We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can contact us to discuss options for working from Country.Getting to know the Attorney-General's Department The Attorney-General's Department delivers programs and policies to maintain and improve Australia's law and justice framework, and to facilitate jobs growth through policies that promote fair, productive, flexible and safe workplaces.Through the Australian Government Solicitor, we also provide legal services to the Commonwealth, including legal advice and representation.Our department is the central policy and coordinating element of the Attorney-General's portfolio.Our department is structured into five groups: • Australian Government Solicitor • Justice and Communities • National Security and Criminal Justice • Integrity and International • Enabling Services The department operates in a diverse and complex environment to address challenging issues.We have a highly-skilled and engaged workforce involved in policy development and implementation and program administration.The department also has a large number of practicing lawyers, mainly within the Australian Government Solicitor Group within the department.The department is committed to having a flexible and inclusive workplace and recognises and values the diversity of the wider Australia community.We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.#J-18808-Ljbffr