Job Req ID

ABF - 133711

Location

VIC; TAS

Classification

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

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Flexible work

Onsite

Contact Officer

COS VIC TAS Workforce Planning at COSVICTASWorkforcePlanning@abf.gov.au

Applications close on 21/08/2024 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill multiple immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months.

About our team

Regional Operations | South | Trade and Travel | Multiple Sections

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

Our ideal candidate

The ABF is interested in receiving applications from individuals who have a broad and diverse range of backgrounds and skills. Under supervision and support of the Border Force Supervisor (APS 6), you will deliver a range of operational and strategic outcomes. You will lead a team and manage your team's goals and operational targets, while being adaptable within complex, dynamic and sensitive environments.

• Displays behaviours and values that contribute to a positive workplace, both in performing individual work tasks and when working with others.
• Work with integrity, high-ethical standards and maintain confidentiality and discretion within all work settings.
• Agile, flexible and adaptable to new or evolving scenarios and changing priorities.
• Responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Displays resilience and leadership.

Duties and responsibilities

In these roles you will:

• Monitor team performance and keep the supervisor informed of potential and actual issues.
• Identify on-the-job training needs and play a role in building staff capabilities through coaching, guiding and mentoring.
• Plan and allocate staff, resources and equipment to meet workload and priorities.
• Supervise staff performance.
• Make real time decisions, using effective decision-making methods.
• Build and sustain collaborative relationships with team members and stakeholders.

Additional information

Role Requirements/Qualifications:

Many positions within the Australian Border Force require the occupant to meet Border Force Officer essential qualifications. If successful for one of these positions, candidates are required to:

• Attain and maintain relevant medical, fitness and psychometric standards.
• Swear an oath or make an affirmation.
• Actively participate in career management (postings and deployments either intra or interstate).
• Be uniformed if the position requires.

You may also be required to:

• Acquire a Working with Children Check, and/or
• Be able to complete Operational Safety training, and be willing to carry and use personal defence equipment, including firearm.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 21/08/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a statement of claims response document (one page in total) addressing the following capabilities:

• Achieves results
• Demonstrates professional/technical proficiency

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 133711 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 an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).

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 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.