Address Cyber & Infrastructure Security | Cyber & Infra Security Centre | Regulatory Compliance | Operational Support
The Operational Support team is transforming the way Regulatory Compliance Branch conducts business through improved governance, policy and procedural support, and professionalization of the workforce. We are a small team setting the foundation for Inspectors to undertake compliance and enforcement activities under Australia's transport security legislation, the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 and the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004. Officers in the Branch are based in Australia's mainland capital cities regulate over 2,000 transport security industry participants, conducting compliance activities in Australia and overseas, and working closely with law enforcement and security agencies, including the Australian Border Force and Australian Federal Police. We contribute to whole of government efforts to safeguard against unlawful interference (for example, terrorism) in the transport sector.
Our ideal candidate
Strategically Focussed
The Operational SupportAssistant Director will enjoy working in a rapidly evolving and forward thinking environment. You will have previous policy experience with a demonstrated focus on innovation and take a strategic management approach to solving problems. Our ideal candidate will help to develop innovative processes to deliver best practice regulation of Australia's critical transport infrastructure in partnership with industry. The successful candidate will be self-driven and seek to directly influence our key outcomes.
Problem solvers
The Cyber and Infrastructure Security Centre operates in a complex regulatory and policy environment and requires officers capable of matching quantitative, complex and long-term challenges with effective solutions. Applicants need to be problem solvers, skilled at navigating issues, thinking outside of the box, and providing innovative solutions.
Independent team players
Within the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Centre we're a team - both in Australia and abroad. Directors are flexible team players able to work well with others to achieve a common goal. Applicants will have a strong work ethic and be skilled at working both within a team and independently, under limited supervision, and see work through to completion.
Eager learners
We don't expect you to know everything about the critical infrastructure and national security spaces, however applicants need to be enthusiastic and open to new learning opportunities and experiences. Applicants will have a demonstrated ability to learn quickly and develop links across the Department and portfolio to deliver positive outcomes.
Strong communicators
As a critical infrastructure security leader and regulator, the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Centre operates in a unique stakeholder space. Applicants will be persuasive communicators, with the ability to connect to a broad range of audiences and build and maintain strong networks and relationships.
Confident leaders
Applicants need to be experienced and effective leaders, skilled at managing workloads and teams, and capable of taking staff on a journey where they can grow, develop and learn.
The ideal candidate will be flexible and able to take on new challenges and work as required by the agency.
Duties and responsibilities
The successful applicant will be required to:
Lead a team that is working collaboratively to transform governance, policy and procedural support for regulatory compliance activities, consistent with legislation and in accordance with the Compliance and Enforcement Framework. Critically evaluate existing policies and practices against legislation and best practice to identify efficiencies and develop and implement new ways of operating
Manage transport security incident reporting, recording and referral, including the after hours duty roster. Lead the research, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data to provide meaning about security incidents
Liaise with stakeholders to identify requirements and develop strong and productive working relationships
Produce high-level written material, corporate documentation and reports
Lead a team to identify, develop and deliver national resources to professionalise the workforce to enable consistent understanding and practice
Employ contemporary change management practices to introduce and implement changes in practice
Support the Director Operational Support in the organisational planning, financial management and development of the Operational Support Team
Identify opportunities for growth and development of team members and building strong bonds that enhance retention and morale of office team members.
Additional information
Qualifications/Experience:
Experience in policy or program management
Experience interpreting and applying legislation
Legal qualifications will be highly regarded.
The roles are based in Canberra but suitable alternative locations in may be considered for suitable candidates located in QLD, NSW, VIC.
How to apply
Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 03/03/2024 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 – 131448 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
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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 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.
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.
