APS 6 - Investigator

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$+5,187 - $108,734 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
Campbell Park - ACT


The Role
APS 6 Fraud Investigators are accountable, under supervision, to perform and achieve fraud investigation work within an integrated workforce. They maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.

An APS 6 Fraud Investigator will manage their own caseload with reasonable autonomy and accountability for the achievement of outcomes of their work. They will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures. They will provide detailed fraud investigation technical, professional and policy advice in relation to complex work, and contribute to strategic planning and policy development.

We are seeking to recruit professional and motivated personnel to join the Directorate of Investigations to undertake investigations into a range of matters including criminal, probity and administrative issues that impact on the Department of Defence.

The duties of an APS 6 Investigator include:

Plan and support the business objectives of routine investigations relating to fraud and corruption related offences.
Develop and deliver high quality reporting products into allegations of wrongdoing.
Interpret and apply relevant legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks to investigation activities.
Gather, analyse and interpret evidence.
Interview witnesses under appropriate caution, obtain statements, lawfully take possession of exhibits and production of briefs of evidence.
Build and maintain productive working relationships within Defence and engage cooperatively with law enforcement agencies.

About our Team
The Directorate of Investigations in the Investigations and Public Interest Disclosure Branch delivers Defence’s fraud and corruption investigation capability. The Directorate works closely with other Defence Investigative Authorities and enforcement agencies to support the organisation’s response to integrity risks.

Fraud investigations are a critical element of Defence’s system of control for preventing, detecting and dealing with fraud and corruption, enabling Defence’s compliance with the Commonwealth Fraud and Corruption Control Framework 2024 and Fraud and Corruption Rule 2024. Through effective and timely responses to alleged fraud and corruption including investigations resulting in successful prosecution of related offences, the Directorate has key role in preventing and dealing with fraud in Defence.

The work of the Directorate contributes to mitigating risk of fraud against Defence and the Commonwealth more broadly, which is critical to ensuring funds are available for their intended purpose and maintaining public confidence in the Government.

Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for motivated and experienced professionals who have a proven ability to work under limited supervision to achieve strong performance outcomes in an integrity context.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following qualities and abilities, or the ability to obtain:
A high level of personal drive, critical thinking and decision-making skills, and willingness to learn.
An understanding of fraud and corruption in a Commonwealth context.
A high level of integrity both inside and outside the work environment.
An understanding of investigations practices and principles.
Ability to work effectively within a framework of legislation, policy and procedures to maintain the trust and confidence of Defence senior leadership and the Australian Government.
Represent senior leadership to provide quality, trusted and timely advice through delivering an investigative response function in support of enabling Defence capability.
A motivated team player committed to building overall team capability.

Suitable candidates may be able to commence on Baseline pending being granted a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance.
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