Leading Border Force Officer - Removal Operations & Field Operations

Immigration | Immigration Compliance | National Removals | Removal Operations WA & SA

Removal OperationsLeading Border Force Officers undertake a range of activities to plan and conduct the removal of unlawful non-citizens (UNCs) from Australia. They work under limited supervision to undertake assessments to determine the status of UNCs and requirements for their removal.

Field OperationsLeading Border Force Officers conduct enforcement action to prevent, detect, deter and enforce breaches of migration law. They locate and detain UNCs who are identified as a risk to the safety of the community or who pose a threat to the integrity of Australia's visa system. They promote employer compliance with their obligations under the Migration Act through employer awareness visits and targeted compliance activities.

Removals and Field Officers work in close collaboration with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to coordinate and execute Field Operations and removals plans. They use their well-developed understanding of the legislation and departmental policies within which they operate and apply their powers appropriately.

These roles provide a unique and challenging opportunity for officers to develop and enhance their operational skills whilst working on complex cases within a high profile and politically sensitive environment. The successful candidates will proactively deliver high quality outcomes in a complex and dynamic operational environment, including where there is conflict or heightened risk.

Our ideal candidate

The successful candidate will have an analytical and inquisitive mindset with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. They will be enthusiastic, proactive and forward thinking in their approach to work and show resilience in responding to changing and competing priorities.

They will have the ability to work autonomously under limited supervision, display integrity and high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality and discretion within an operational environment.

The candidate will be a highly effective communicator and possess a demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, make timely decisions and possess strong interpersonal skills in working as part of a team and dealing with a wide range of stakeholders. They will have effective conflict management and resolution skills.

Leading Border Force Officers are multi-skilled, mobile, agile and responsive. Candidates should consider their personal capabilities against the following when preparing their application.

Duties and responsibilities

• Understand and interpret legislation and appropriately apply powers
• Make logical, evidence-based decisions to plan and conduct operations and activities
• Work collaboratively with domestic and international stakeholders
• Communicate effectively including questioning, interviewing and de-escalation
• Be responsive to change in a complex and dynamic environment

Additional information

Role requirements/qualifications:

Some positions within the Australian Border Force require the occupant to meet Border Force Officer essential qualifications. If successful, candidates are required to:

• Attain and maintain relevant medical, fitness and psychometric standards
• Swear an oath or make an affirmation
• Actively participate in career management (postings and deployments)
• Be uniformed
• Obtain and maintain a valid Australian drivers licence
• Obtain and maintain essential and role-specific qualifications.
• Work outside standard hours, undertake regional and interstate travel, or provide on-call services.
• Represent the Department at external forums

Mandatory requirements:

All staff performing the Removal Operation and Field Operations role will require:

• Obtain and maintain Working With Children Check
• Obtain and maintain First Aid Certificate

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 07/03/2024 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

In your examples please address the below Capabilities:

• Achieves Results
• Personal Drive and Integrity
• Demonstrates Professional or Technical Proficiency

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Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 131528 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 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.

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 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.