APS2 Tribunal Assistant

We are looking for enthusiastic, flexible, adaptable and reliable individuals that can exhibit a “can do” attitude with the ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced work environment.

We are interested in receiving applications from individuals who have a broad and diverse range of backgrounds and skills. You should be an inclusive team member who is focused on contributing to a proactive and productive workplace culture with effective communication skills to work across face to face, phone, and written correspondence.

To be a strong contender, you will be results focused, self-motivated, resilient and adept at building relationships in a fast-paced operational environment.

This is an excellent chance to gain experience working for a Commonwealth Government agency and have access to learning and development opportunities.

The annual salary for this position is from $56,106 to $63,116 plus 15.4% superannuation. Our newly approved Enterprise Agreement will deliver a 4% pay increase from 14 March 2024.

The AAT is part of the justice sector and provides administrative justice for individuals and organisations by reviewing government and other decisions and, more broadly, contributes to improving the quality of government decision-making.

More information about this position, the scope of the role, duties and required capabilities and experience, is contained within the position description for this role, available from the Working at the AAT page of our website, www.aat.gov.au.

Position Eligibility Requirements

The AAT requires Australian citizenship as a condition of engagement. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Federal Police Check and to undertake a health assessment.

How to apply:

Applications must be lodged by selecting apply below. You are required to respond to the capabilities and experience indicated within the Position Description. Your Cover Letter referencing the required capabilities and experience should be limited to one page in total. Please note that applicants who do not address the required capabilities and experience will not progress to shortlisting.

Your Resume/CV should not exceed 4 pages in total.

Applications will be accepted until 11:30 PM (AEDT) on Monday 12 February 2024.

Please contact our recruitment team on (02) 9276 5*** or ***********@aat.gov.au should you require assistance with accessing our website or with lodging your application.

Contact Officer:

Any questions about the position should be directed to Jake Wilsener on 02 6243 4*** or *************@aat.gov.au.

Position Notes:

Order of merit list/merit pool: A merit list/pool of suitable candidates may be created from this process. Suitable candidates on this merit list/pool may be contacted in relation to identical or similar non-ongoing roles in the AAT, or the broader APS, within 18 months from the date of gazettal.

Working for the AAT:

Play your part in the important work of providing a mechanism for the review of Government decisions affecting people’s lives.

The AAT is a Commonwealth Government agency that performs a key function in the Australian system of administrative law. We offer career opportunities to talented people with diverse skills and backgrounds. We are committed to a positive culture that is supportive, inclusive and rewards effort. Like the cases we are asked to review, our work is varied, complex and meaningful. It has a clear impact on the people and communities around us.

As a small and dynamic agency within the Australian Public Service (APS), our staff have opportunities to progress their careers through acting opportunities and secondments. We empower our people to build their capabilities through continuous learning. We provide a range of flexible work options and holistic health and wellbeing support. Our competitive employment package includes generous leave provisions and a 15.4% employer contribution to superannuation. For more information about these and other conditions of employment refer to the AAT Enterprise Agreement. 

About the AAT:

The AAT plays a crucial role in the Australian legal landscape.

Our members and staff work together to provide a process for individuals and organisations to seek merits review of a wide range of Government decisions.

Our members are independent statutory appointees who hear applications for review. Our staff provide services to support those seeking merits review, including helping applicants navigate the process. Staff also carry out a wide range of activities to support our hearings our work in alternate dispute resolution and our daily operations.

The legislative purpose of the AAT can be found here.

For more information about the AAT, visit our website, www.aat.gov.au. For information about the current reform of the federal administrative review system, visit the Attorney-General’s website, www.ag.gov.au.