Job Details EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time LOCATION - ACT AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 04 ($80,821.00 - $95,010.00) JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13772 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 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? Specialist Protective Command is a hybrid (Specialised/Operational) Command within the AFP (Australian Federal Police) and is responsible for establishing national strategy, governance and capabilities whilst also delivering operational outputs within the ACT. Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Administration Officer, within the Protection Model Implementation Team (PMIT) in the Specialist Protective Command (SPC). The PMIT supports SPC by working with the AFP regional commands to deliver nationally consistent protective security strategies and practice, across SPC operations by: Coordinating SPC and stakeholder efforts to deliver against National Security priorities; Providing oversight and maintenance of protective security framework; Implementation of SPC and Protection review outcomes and strategic and operational 'uplift' initiatives; Leading protective security working groups as required; Supporting whole-of-government protective security requirements, including input into projects and reviews with SPC objectives; and Undertake secretariat functions for SPC. AFP appointees 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? Under the direction of a Team Leader and Project Officer, this role will be responsible for providing administrative support which contributes to the delivery of SPC's strategic objectives. This includes, but is not limited to: Contributing to projects and research work to support the SPC. Contributing to the development of instructional material such as policies, procedures and processes where required. Organising meetings and performing secretariat functions. Liaising with clients and building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Other tasks as directed; i.e. Undertake projects, researches and other tasks as required to support SPC. Maintaining contemporary skills and knowledge. 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. Contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role. Effective written, oral and interpersonal skills with the ability to the produce high quality written work. This role is based in Canberra and successful applicants will need to based in the ACT region. Desirable Requirements The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded: Experience within SPC Operations or an aligned support area. Previous project management and/or data analysis exposure; or An understanding of protective security principles and Australian government security policies would be advantageous. 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 (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 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 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 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 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 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 - Leisa Will, Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 5608, Contact Officer Email: leisa.will@afp.gov.au Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 18/11/2024 To view other employment opportunities, please visit our .