ABF Senior Investigator

Job Req ID

ABF - 132030

Location

VIC; NT 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Flexible work

Onsite 

Contact Officer

Steve ORME on 03 8762 0741 or Steve.Orme@abf.gov.au 

Applications close on 13/05/2024 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill up to 1 immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months. 

About our team

Ac South | Maritime & Enforcement South | Investigations

The Australian Border Force (ABF) is responsible for border operations, investigations, compliance, detention, enforcement functions, and continues to be Australia's Customs Service.

Maritime and Enforcement South delivers ABF's operational effects across Victoria and Tasmania. In a rapidly evolving global environment, we perform to the highest standards while remaining agile, anticipating and respond to emerging threats. ABF officers capitalise on opportunities to partner with domestic and international border, customs, immigration, intelligence and law enforcement agencies.

This recruitment round will also be open for persons wishing to be employed with Investigation Operations Northern Territory. This section is a small team who work regularly with other Border Force Teams and local law enforcement to achieve operational outcomes.
 

Regional Investigations VIC/TAS and Investigation Operations Northern Territory are responsible for the investigation and enforcement of serious offences against the Customs Act 1901, Migration Act 1958, as well as other legislation pertaining to the illegal movement of people and goods across the Australian border continuum.

Both teams work closely with domestic and international stakeholders to investigate serious border crime, migration and trade related crime, both pre and post border.

Investigation priorities include:

• Movement of prohibited goods into and out of Australia including illicit drugs, firearms, child exploitation material and wildlife
• Exploitation of foreign workers and Australia's migration system
• Serious or complex migration, visa and citizenship fraud
• Trade related crime including serious revenue evasion and corruption within the supply chain.

Both teams also actively contribute to Commonwealth organised crime strategies through participation in multi-agency joint task-forces and national committee frameworks.

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

Our ideal candidate

The successful candidates will be adaptable, fast learners, self-aware and possess a level of humility that supports the acquisition of new skills. They will be analytical problem solvers with a strong work ethic and attention to detail. They will be highly organised and display sound judgement in relation to complex situations. The ideal candidates possess strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, coupled with an enforcement mindset. They will be functionally fit with the ability to operate effectively under a range of environmental conditions.

Duties and responsibilities:

APS6 Senior Investigators work under limited direction to investigate breaches of migration, customs and other border related legislation in accordance with the Department's policies. They use a range of internal/external resources, investigative techniques, and gather evidence which may be presented to a court to support prosecutions.  

APS6 Senior Investigators work within internal or blended teams and may be seconded in support of other government and law enforcement agencies. There are also opportunities to work as part of the Illicit Tobacco Task Force and the Illicit Trade Unit.

As professionals in their field, ABF Investigators uphold the highest standards of workplace integrity and work within the framework of the Australian Government Investigation Standards (AGIS), Judiciary and relevant legislation.

This role requires overtime, work outside of business hours and on-call duties. There is also a requirement for interstate, intrastate, overnight travel, and extended travel periods to attend courses. This role requires you to interact with international travellers and crew.  As such you will be required to maintain compliance with the Australian Health Protection Principal directions.
 

Specific duties/responsibilities:

• Lead small and large teams in dynamic operational environments
• Undertake investigations into allegations of border related offences
• Support investigations through the collection of evidence including the execution of search warrants, arrests of suspects, obtaining statement and conducting examinations
• Contribute to an on-call duty officer capability
• Maintain critical qualifications, skills and knowledge.

Additional information

Information sessions in relation to the role and selection process will be held virtually prior to the closing date. These are not mandatory but are highly recommended in order to inform your decision making. To attend a virtual session, please contact the contact officer to schedule an appointment. An online invitation to attend will be forward to you.

Role requirements/qualifications:

For Investigation roles you may be required to obtain qualifications and undertake duties including

• Hold a current Australian driver's licence
• Certificate IV in Government Investigation or other recognised program
• Viewing Objectionable Material course (IGEC)
• Operational Safety Training
• Custodial firearms safe handling certification
• Have an ability to acquire a sound understanding of departmental systems
• Additional security clearance requirements for joint agency operations and secondments
• State or federal constable designation for seconded officers.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 13/05/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a response document (minimum 11 point font) in MS Word or PDF format, which you will upload in the next section.

Please prepare a one-page Applicant Response in relation to the advertised role, outlining: 

• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• How your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role
• At least two specific examples of an achievement that demonstrates your ability to perform the role, using the Situation, Task, Action and Result (STAR) or similar model.

Candidates may also be asked to complete a virtual capability test, attend a virtual assessment centre and/or online interview.

APS6 Senior Investigators are being sought for two regional locations, Melbourne VIC (multiple positions) and Darwin NT (one position). You are required to clearly nominate your preferred location within your application.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 132030 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 Negative Vetting Level 1 (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.