• Job Description

  Req#: 136626

  Job Req ID

  ABF - 136626

  Location

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

  Employment Type

  Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

  Classification

  APS Level 5 - $80,748.00 and $87,572.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

  Contact Officer

  Andrea MCNAMARA at andrea.mcnamara@abf.gov.au

  Office Arrangements

  Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
  

  Applications close on 05/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

  About our opportunity

  This process is being used to fill 2 immediate position/s.
  
  Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
  

  About our team

  Strategy & Capability | Workforce Safety & Assurance | ABF Workforce Management | ABF Recruitment

  Workforce Planning and Management Branch are seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about achieving people-focused outcomes to apply or develop their human resources skills to fill multiple vacancies. Successful applicants will be offered a role in ABF Recruitment. ABF Recruitment manage the end to end recruitment process for entry level Border Force Officer Recruit Training (BFORT), Marine Tactical Officer (MTO) and Specialist Marine roles.

  ABF Recruitment - Marine Recruitment is responsible for the recruitment for the entry-level MTO cadet program and Specialist Marine roles including deck, engineering, enforcement and support crew. This includes recruitment of sea-going officers for ADV Ocean Protector and ABF Cutters including Ocean Shield, Cape Class and Bay Class vessels, Thaiyak and Fast Response Boats.

  ABF Recruitment - BFORT is responsible for the recruitment of BFORT Officers, the key entry level pathway into the ABF. The team manage the BFORT program from inception, advertising and design through to assessment and on boarding. The BFORT program plays a critical role in delivering a talent pipeline of officers to all regions across Australia in order to protect our border, and we are responsible for attracting a diverse range of high quality officers to assist the ABF to deliver on its Mission.

  Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

  Our ideal candidate

  The ABF Recruitment - Senior Border Force Officer role supports the end to end management of recruiting entry level BFORT, MTO and Specialist Marine Recruitment candidates. This commences with the initiation of a recruitment campaign and continues with the administration of a BFORT or Marine candidate's journey through recruitment, the mandatory conditions phase, ABF College course placement and on boarding.

  The Officer will maintain strong external and internal stakeholder holder engagement to ensure that recruitment activities are delivered.

  Under supervision the Officer has a key stakeholder engagement role to maintain and enhance relationships with a large group of internal and external stakeholders.

  Duties and responsibilities

  • Under supervision assist to manage end-to-end processing of recruitment campaigns
  • Manage and respond to candidates enquiries
  • Monitor and maintain accurate records of candidate's progress through mandatory conditions ensuring high quality candidate care and escalating areas of concern early
  • Assist to develop internal and external communications and advertising opportunities by liaising with Social Media and the Production and Design teams
  • Coordinate documentation and scheduling of panel members for recruitment exercise

  Additional information

  This role is not a designated Border Force Officer (BFO) position, applicants may choose to become a BFO post commencement.

  Preference is for applicants to be based in the ACT, however applicants based in other Capital cities may be considered. Applicants must be able to attend Departmental premises.

  Highly Desirable Skills

  • Manage and maintain accurate data and records in HR systems
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on a range of matters
  • Ability to resolve a range of moderately complex enquiries, escalating as required
  • Provide technical expertise that contributes to business unit outcomes
  • An understanding of the impact of the work area on longer-term strategic and operational outcomes for the ABF
  • Work under limited guidance in relation to areas of responsibility, ensuring complex or difficult issues are discussed with supervisor
  • Respond to stakeholder needs and expectations
  • Experience or qualifications in human resources management and/or training are desirable.

  How to apply

  Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 05/02/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – Late applications will not be accepted.

  As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role. It is recommended that your response document should be structured using the Situation, Task, Action, Result (STAR) Method).

  As part of your applicant response you must address three core capabilities below:

  • Achieves results
  • Supports productive working relationships
  • Communicates with influence

  Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 136626 in the document footer.

  Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

  Eligibility

  To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

  The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
  

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
    

  In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.

  Diversity and inclusion

  The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

  RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

  Technical assistance

  For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

  • Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
  • Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

  Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

  Notes

  The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

  The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

  Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

  Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

• About the company

  The Department of Home Affairs is the Australian Government interior ministry with responsibilities for national security, law enforcement, emergency management, border control, immigration, refugees, citizenship, transport security and multicultural a...

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