Border Force Supervisor, National Planning

Job Req ID
ABF-135833
Location
ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA
Employment Type
Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time
Classification
APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part-time pro-rata)
Contact Officer
Karen Williams on 0466 133 515 or ***
Office Arrangements
Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
Applications close on 15/01/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.
About our opportunity
This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position.Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
About us:
The National Planning section is responsible for:

Providing planning capability and operational support to Tier 1 and Tier 2 national scheduled operations, projects, taskforces, and campaigns for the ABF;
Facilitating after action reviews (AARs) and reviews post activity reports (PARs) as an impartial body prior to submission to Lessons Management;
Delivering against strategic priority areas for the ABF, in particular where the ABF contribution has other key interdependencies across government;
Providing strategic futures planning in a hazard-agnostic way;
Providing subject matter expertise and capability, utilising a range of planning methodologies to enhance the ABF's planning proficiency and generate a greater level of organisational preparedness;
Coordinating and delivering ABF's input into major and significant events, including conferences, sporting events and high-level government forums;
Delivering on the coordination of Guest of Government movements;
Coordinating and delivering ABF's input into military exercises with foreign force participation within Australia.

Our ideal candidate will have:

Strong appreciation of the functions and capabilities of the ABF, the Department and operational external agency partners;
Ability to quickly acquire sound understanding of ABF legislation; ABF Operations Planning Framework; C3 Doctrine, ICCS+; and the ABF Enforcement Doctrine;
Ability to quickly acquire understanding of the tactical, operational and strategic border environment and its relation to ABF equities;
Ability to work autonomously and deliver results.

The key duties of the position include:

Support and contribute to the delivery of day to day operations of the work area including the development and implementation of an Effects Based Planning (EBP) discipline across the ABF;
Develop appropriate courses of action to achieve assigned tasks, including assessing risks when prioritising tasks to meet conflicting deadlines against team and section priorities;
Proactively maintain a heightened awareness of border threats and vulnerabilities, and the effectiveness of border controls relating to operational environments to inform EBP tools and techniques;
Initiate, build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and networks across the ABF, the Department, external partner agencies, industry and international stakeholders as appropriate to promote EBP and leverage capability;
Provide accurate and specialised EBP advice to assist stakeholders to apply a more strategic approach to operational planning and targeting.

How to apply:
Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 15/01/2025 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.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number - 135833 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 Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:

ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.
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.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: /apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Technical assistance
For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

Email: ***
Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.
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 Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.
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.
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