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SalaryPolicy & Governance Officer
- Exciting and challenging opportunity to play a key role in the Policy and Governance functions in a specialist law enforcement agency
- Sydney CBD location
- Flexible working conditions
- Commitment to a diverse workplace
Salary: From $106,024 to $117,363 per annum, Grade 7-8, (excluding superannuation and leave loading)
Contact: Nick Athas - People & Culture Manager - (02) 9269 9*** or ******@crimecommission.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 11.59pm(EST)on Sunday 24th March 2024
You must be an Australian citizen to be eligible to work at the NSW Crime Commission.
About the NSW Crime Commission:
The NSW Crime Commission is established to investigate and disrupt organised crime and other serious criminal activity and to pursue confiscation of the proceeds of crime. The Corporate and Enterprise Services Division is responsible for delivering all corporate and enterprise services to support and sustain the core business and functions of the Commission. These services and functions form the basis of the operating model of the Commission. The division comprises of Technology Services, Business Services, Audit, Risk, Governance, People & Culture, Personnel Security and and the Office of the Commissioner (OCOM). The OCOM supports the Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer (COO) in the delivery of Commission’s strategic outcomes, operational objectives and support services.
About the role
The Policy & Governance Officer is responsible for coordinating and undertaking corporate and operational policy development, providing analysis and advice to support the Commission's core business. The role is also responsible for contributing to the maintenance of compliance arrangements, undertaking projects, research and analysis and preparing reports. The Policy & Governance Officer is also the key point of contact for managing complaints made to or about the Crime Commission.
You will be passionate about developing and maintaining high quality policies, procedures, manuals and templates to support the governance arrangements of the Commission ensuring consistency and legislative compliance in the way operations are undertaken. You will also take pride in coordinating a high quality and responsive complaints management process, including assessing complaints, briefing the Executive as required and liaising with external oversight bodies. The Policy & Governance Officer is a key member of the OCOM assisting in fostering effective communication, information exchange and cooperation amongst team members and undertaking administrative and governance related work as required, to ensure that the team delivers results in accordance with requirements
If you enjoy collating information and analysing data for monitoring, evaluation and reporting purposes and tertiary studies with a strong research focus or equivalent relevant experience this may be the next career stepping stone you have been waiting for.
The Commission provides a challenging, high-paced work environment where staff are encouraged to identify and take advantage of development opportunities. We support an inclusive workplace where all staff have access to opportunities and resources at all levels, enabling our people to drive commitment, innovation, productivity and delivery of high-quality services and capabilities. Work / life balance is encouraged and flexible work arrangements form an important part of the Commission’s daily work.
The NSW Crime Commission continuously strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people within our diverse community and welcomes and encourages applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disabilities.
Security Vetting
The recommended candidates must be willing to participate in and secure appropriate security clearances by providing comprehensive details about their personal and financial interests and other relevant information about themselves, their families and their associates.
The Crime Commission Regulation 2022 under the Crime Commission Act 2012 stipulates that it is a condition of employment at the Commission that a member of staff obtain and maintain:
- a security clearance issued by the Commissioner, and
- a security clearance issued by the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency that the Commissioner determines is necessary for the position
How to apply:
All applications must be submitted through the 'I Work for NSW' website.
If you are interested in this role you are strongly encouraged to familiarise yourself with the requirements of this role as outlined in this role description. You are also encouraged to read this Guide for Job Applicants to help as you prepare your application.
To apply for this position, please submit:
- Your resume (maximum five A4 pages) including your citizenship status;
- A brief covering letter no longer than one A4 page generally outlining your skills and experience, relevant to the functions of this role; and
- A document no longer than two A4 pages addressing the two targeted questions below:
Question 1: Provide an example of a time when you had to engage with subject matter experts to develop a policy covering an area you lacked expertise in. What were the challenges you faced, what approach did you take to address them and what were the outcomes?
Question 2: Provide an example of a time when you used good judgement and logic to solve a problem in the workplace.
Applicants invited to interview will be required to complete additional assessments. Applicants who do not directly address the targeted questions in their applications will not be considered for the role.
Should you require any further information about applying for this role please contact the Commission’s People & Culture Manager, Nick Athas at ******@crimecommission.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 9269 9***.
