Liaison Officer, Headquarters Joint Operations Command

Job Req ID

ABF - 135847

Location

ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $110,788.00 and $129,928.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Jason Ross, 0400 296 408 / Jason.Ross@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 15/01/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 2 immediate positions. 

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.

National Planning is responsible for delivering against strategic priority areas for the ABF, in particular where the ABF contribution has other key interdependencies across government. This includes novel and crisis contingency planning, effects-based planning, major events, military exercises and guests of government.

Our ideal candidate will:
•Demonstrate professional conduct and negotiation in high pressure environments
•Provide advice on ABF capabilities to whole-of-government stakeholders
•Plan and deliver contingency planning tabletop exercises for the organisation
•Undertake National Operations planning
•Be a single point of contact, establishing relationships and connecting people across both ABF and Defence.

The key duties of the position include:

In this role you will:
• Represent the ABF and border equities to Headquarters Joint Operations Command
• Participate in whole-of-government crisis response and contingency planning
• Identify opportunities for collaboration between the ABF and Defence
• Deliver briefings to senior executive of both ABF and Defence.

Due to the nature of the work undertaken at Headquarters Joint Operations Command, and security requirements of the work you will undertake, flexible work opportunities may be limited.  This recruitment will be used to fill future vacancies within National Planning, as they become available. 

Anticipated vacancy Contingency planning and Preparedness. EL1 positions within National Planning may be performed remotely except for the HQJOCLO position due to its job requirements.

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How to apply:

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 15/01/2025 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, outlining:
• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 135847 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 2 (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.