Information Management - (Band 6 & Band 7)

Australian Federal Police; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 107,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law enforcement agency is seeking motivated candidates for roles at Band 6 and 7 in Information Management. The positions involve leading programs to enhance data strategies and support regulatory compliance. Offerings include generous annual leave, hybrid working arrangements, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in government context.

Benefits

Six weeks of paid annual leave

Flexibility in hybrid working arrangements

Health & wellbeing services

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Australian Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain NV1 Security Clearance.
• Experience in information and records management in government.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives for information management solutions.
• Manage business-focused consultations.
• Support training to AFP personnel.

Skills

Information and records management

Team leadership

Consultation

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Qualifications from a recognized tertiary institution

Job description

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - TAS; ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; VIC; WA

AFP BAND & SALARY-Band 6 ($107,559 - $118,673), Band 7 ($118,673 - $127,101)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15284

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

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 days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
• 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

What is the role?

The AFP is looking for highly motivated, skilled, enthusiastic and customer focused individuals to fill immediate roles at the Band 6 level as well as anticipated vacancies at the Band 7 level. A merit pool will also be formed from this process for future roles (nationally).

Current vacancies are:

• Team Leader Information Management (Band 7)
• Senior Team Member Information Management (Band 6)

The Information Management unit sits within the Chief Information Officer (CIO) portfolio and champions the AFP’s digital capabilities by implementing information management initiatives to support the goals of the agency.

What will you do?

Band 7 – Team Leader Information Management

The Team Leader Information Management will play a key role in shaping the delivery of significant programs of work to mature the enterprise-wide information, records and data strategies with a focus on implementation of modern practices, systems and initiatives.

• Drive initiatives for the implementation of enterprise information and records management solutions to reduce cost and complexity, increase trust and integrity, and improve operational effectiveness.
• Review and implement AFP Information Management strategies, policies and guidelines, in line with digital transformation activities, modern practice and compliance requirements.
• Drive facets of the implementation and adaption of the AFP’s new Digital Records Management Solution (DRMS).
• Develop new information management processes to support the implementation and sustainment of holistic records management and digitisation initiatives.
• Consult, gather requirements and develop compliant, innovative and modern user-centric solutions to information and records management challenges.
• Evaluate and implement methods for enhancing business efficiency by digitising and streamlining existing processes and practices.
• Provide expert advice, guidance and support to AFP staff and stakeholders on information, records and data management matters.
• Coach, lead, mentor and develop team members to ensure continual development and cross-skilling within the team

Band 6 – Senior Information Management Officer

• Support leadership and project teams to implement enterprise information and records management program of works
• Manage business-focused consultation to identify current process, gather requirements and support implementation of innovative solutions to meet end-user functional needs and compliance requirements.
• Develop new records management processes to support the implementation and sustainment of holistic records management and digitisation initiatives.
• Manage, maintain and support digital and hybrid records management system(s) in line with overarching AFP processes
• Develop and implement modernised information management strategies, policies and guidelines
• Lead and deliver training to AFP personnel in various formats
• Provide expert guidance and support to AFP staff and stakeholders on information, records and data management

Essential Requirements

• Current Australian Citizenship.
• Security Clearance to NV1 or the ability to obtain one.
• Formal qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution or extensive demonstrated equivalent skills and experience in information and records management in a government context.
• Demonstrated experience in information and records implementation and/or enhancement projects
• Demonstrated practical expertise in one or more specific information or records management disciplines in a government legislative context
• Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability in the use of different technologies in an administrative capacity.
• Proven ability to complete tasks independently, and work as a member of a proactive and virtual team.
• Demonstrated effective team leadership and individual mentoring experience (Required for Band 7 only)

Selection Criteria (Band 6 & Band 7)

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity
• Technical knowledge and skills

Additional Information

At the time of applying, candidates will be asked to select which band level they are applying for. There will also be an option to select both Band 6 & Band 7 should you wish.

• Remote working from home arrangements from any location in Australia will be considered.
• This role may require some interstate travel on an ad-hoc basis.
• No feedback will be provided to applicants that are unsuccessful at application.

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages)

Only complete applications will be considered.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger.