ABF Recruitment

Job Description

Job Req ID ABF-136655 Location ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA Employment Type Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time Classification APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata) Contact Officer Katey KELLY at 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 1 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 The Workforce Planning and Management Branch is 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 manages 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 manages the BFORT program from inception, advertising, and design through to assessment and onboarding. 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. Our ideal candidate The Border Force Officer Supervisor role manages the end-to-end management of recruiting entry-level BFORT, MTO, and Specialist Marine Recruitment candidates. Our ideal candidate will be able to manage the initiation of a recruitment campaign as well as maintain the administration and oversight of a BFORT or Marine candidate's journey through recruitment, the mandatory conditions phase, ABF College course placement, and onboarding. The Border Force Supervisor will oversee up to two APS5 Senior Border Force Officers and maintain strong external and internal stakeholder engagement to ensure that recruitment activities are delivered. The ABF Recruitment Supervisor has a key stakeholder engagement role to maintain and enhance relationships with a large group of internal and external stakeholders across advertising, medical & fitness assessments, and security clearances. Duties and responsibilities Manage end-to-end processing of recruitment campaigns, assessment, and onboarding Provide input to the development of policies and procedures, utilising best practice processes Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across internal and external networks Coordinate with Department of Home Affairs Recruitment to ensure recruitment and onboarding activities are planned and executed in a timely manner Develop internal and external communication products through liaison with Social Media and Production and Design teams within the Department of Home Affairs. 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 High level of oral and written communication skills Liaise, deal and negotiate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to sea-going personnel, candidates, and service providers A willingness to introduce and accept change together with a strong client focus and dedication to providing a high-quality service is necessary Meticulous attention to detail and sound research and analytical skills Experience in Human Resource and Workforce Management Experience in dealing with a remote and diverse workforce A demonstrated ability to manage priorities and work effectively with competing deadlines under pressure is required A willingness to introduce and accept change together with a strong client focus and dedication to providing a high-quality service is necessary Experience using departmental Human Resource systems including OurPeople and Lighthouse 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 – 136655 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: Technical assistance For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance: Email: 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr