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Detention Assurance Officer

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 139200

 

Location

ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Vanessa Zamora on 02 6275 6836 or VANESSA.ZAMORA@HOMEAFFAIRS.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 02/09/2025 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 ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer | Integrity Security & Assurance | Audit & Assurance | Detention Assurance and Reporting Section

 

Detention Assurance and Reporting Section (DARS) undertake a range of onshore detention related assurance and reporting activities on behalf of the Department and the Minister.

 

Our Detention Assurance (DA) team leads a risk-based program of, planned and ad-hoc, reviews supporting commissioned enquiries into critical or extra-ordinary detention-related matters. DA steward's recommendation implementation during stakeholder planning phase to improve the detention capability while also tracking implementation of recommendations through to formal closure.

 

The Reporting and Tabling team provide independent, objective, reports to the Commonwealth Ombudsman's Office relating to circumstances of individuals in long-held immigration detention for an accumulated period of two years and each successive period of six months after that. The team is also responsible for preparing the Minister's response to recommendations from the Commonwealth Ombudsman on long-term detainees, and to fulfil the Minister's obligations under the Act ensuring responses are tabled in both Houses of Parliament.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

Our ideal candidate will have a curious mind together with an assurance and/or analytical report writing background with:

 

  • Experience in conducting objective, independent, assurance assessments through a governance, risk management or compliance lens.
  • High-level written and verbal communication skills.
  • Great attention to detail and accuracy.
  • The ability to work with large data sets of information, objectively assessing them.
  • Proven time management skills with a demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines and statutory timeframes.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Undertake independent, objective, assessments and reporting on the circumstances of persons in long-held detention, transitory persons and those no longer in detention in accordance with section 486N of the Migration Act.
  • As required, assist with the management of case allocations and ensure balanced and considered allocation of cases for assessment among the team.
  • Support and assist managing the completion all administrative and coordination tasks in relation to batch preparation for statutory reporting to the Commonwealth Ombudsman.
  • Support the management of section operations including managing sectional mailboxes supporting triage of correspondence for actioning, ensuring all correspondence between the team and internal and external stakeholders are filed in accordance with record keeping requirements as well as apply judgment in flagging any urgent or sensitive matters.
  • Ad hoc tasks to support the Director, two Assistant Directors, and work of the section as required in accordance with work-level standards.

 

Additional information

 

Desirable skills and/or knowledge of the role include:

 

  • Demonstrated high-level research and analytical skills.
  • Ability to interpret and apply legislation and policy.
  • Ability to manage a varied caseload in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with agreed performance expectations.
  • Demonstrated resilience in dealing with sensitive and serious matters confidentially and professionally.
  • Ability to use or learn how to use various departmental IT systems.
  • Previous experience in a similar role undertaking governance assurance, risk management and/or compliance assessments and reporting would be an advantage.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 02/09/2025 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 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 – 139200 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

 

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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.

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