Assistant Director - Status Resolution Yongah Hill IDC

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137688

Location

WA 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Thomas Heal on 0481 099 868 or thomas.heal@homeffairs.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 05/06/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (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 WA.
 

About our team

Immigration | Character Cancellation & Case Res | Status Resolution Network | WA Status Resolution

The WA Detention Status Resolution team based at Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre is part of the national Status Resolution Network, delivering targeted services to people seeking to resolve their immigration status while in held detention. The team contributes to the integrity of Australia's migration program by facilitating immigration outcomes for non-citizens, in a timely and lawful manner, while managing risk to the community. These non-citizens are often at the end of their immigration pathway, and can fall into higher risk categories with vulnerabilities or character concerns that need to be intensively managed.

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

Our ideal candidate

• Will work under the direction of an EL2 Director to lead and build an experienced team to deliver a range of outputs.
• Will demonstrate strong management of the team in order to meet business goals and operational targets in a highly complex and sensitive environment.
• Will be familiar or able to familiarise yourself with relevant migration legislation and policies to guide your team and from time to time use it in conjunction with your own skill and judgement to make complex decisions.
• Will establish, build and maintain strong relationships and networks with colleagues and stakeholders, to assist in resolving issues and mitigating emerging risks collaboratively.
• Will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of their work area's priorities and understanding of the legislation, policies and procedures that govern and guide their operations. They recognise situations of high level complexity and sensitivity that may require escalation, and interpret and analyse issues, resolving those within their remit.

Duties and responsibilities

• Identify and drive innovation and change in workplace practices and business strategies.
• Manage team resources whilst providing ongoing support to APS6 Managers through coaching and guidance, to monitor workflows, caseloads, staff performance, allocation of work and identifying opportunities for training and development for staff.
• Apply strategic knowledge to communicate and effect policy, legislation and framework changes that will impact status resolution and Bridging Visa E decision making.
• Initiate, build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across internal and external networks and conduct regular engagement and collaboration to achieve work objectives.
• Analyse and report on team performance including caseload reviews, dashboards, detention review committee (DRC) meetings and other metrics whilst acting as an escalation point for highly complex or sensitive cases.

Additional information

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Obtain and maintain the required Baseline AGSVA security clearance
• Possess a valid Western Australia Drivers License. From time to time you may be required to drive a departmental fleet vehicle.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 05/06/2025 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 – 137688 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.