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Recruiter / HR / Admin
Operational Team Leader Sworn Recruitment Band 6 ACT
Recruiter / HR / Admin
#419587
Remote / WFH
Job Description
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
AFP People Command
The Recruitment Team is part of the broader People Command within the Australian Federal Police and consists in the following functions:
Talent Acquisition Services - Recruitment of professional and operational support staff, including talent attraction and the provision of strategic advice and support to internal clients
Sworn Recruitment - Entry level Police and Protective Service Officer recruitment, internal Police and PSO promotional processes and Lateral Recruitment
Emerging Talent - Graduates, directions and internship programs
The Sworn Police and Protective Service Officers Recruitment team is tasked with administering national bulk recruitment processes year round, and supports candidates through their journey towards becoming a Police, or Protective Service Officer. The team also provides expert recruitment advice and services to our internal clients, represents the AFP brand as the first point of customer service for candidates, and ultimately supports the strategic intent of the AFP by recruiting the people we need, both now and for the future.
What is the role?
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and dynamic professional to help shaping the agency's future workforce, and contributing to the recruitment of the next generation of police officers.
The Sworn Operational Team Leader is responsible for leading the sworn recruitment team and providing clear direction and support ensuring the team manage priorities and deadlines efficiently and to a high standard.
In this role you will have a relatively high level of autonomy and will be responsible for workload allocation and exercise sound judgement to ensure efficient outputs. Ideally you will have relevant experience and knowledge of bulk recruitment processes, the current labour market and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Collaboration, strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency will be important personal traits.
As a Sworn Operational Team Leader in the AFP you play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
AFP People Command
The Recruitment Team is part of the broader People Command within the Australian Federal Police and consists in the following functions:
Talent Acquisition Services - Recruitment of professional and operational support staff, including talent attraction and the provision of strategic advice and support to internal clients
Sworn Recruitment - Entry level Police and Protective Service Officer recruitment, internal Police and PSO promotional processes and Lateral Recruitment
Emerging Talent - Graduates, directions and internship programs
The Sworn Police and Protective Service Officers Recruitment team is tasked with administering national bulk recruitment processes year round, and supports candidates through their journey towards becoming a Police, or Protective Service Officer. The team also provides expert recruitment advice and services to our internal clients, represents the AFP brand as the first point of customer service for candidates, and ultimately supports the strategic intent of the AFP by recruiting the people we need, both now and for the future.
What is the role?
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and dynamic professional to help shaping the agency's future workforce, and contributing to the recruitment of the next generation of police officers.
The Sworn Operational Team Leader is responsible for leading the sworn recruitment team and providing clear direction and support ensuring the team manage priorities and deadlines efficiently and to a high standard.
In this role you will have a relatively high level of autonomy and will be responsible for workload allocation and exercise sound judgement to ensure efficient outputs. Ideally you will have relevant experience and knowledge of bulk recruitment processes, the current labour market and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Collaboration, strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency will be important personal traits.
As a Sworn Operational Team Leader in the AFP you play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
