Vacancy - Administration Officer, Christmas Island

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing FullTime
LOCATION - Commonwealth Territories
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 03 ($72,339.00 - $84,458.00)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14371
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.
Did you know?
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 11 weeks 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?
Applications are sought from applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Administration Officer to further strengthen the Domestic and External Territories work within the Christmas Island community.
ACT Policing, through the Domestic and External Territories (DET) Team, is responsible for the delivery of community policing services to Jervis Bay, Norfolk Island, Christmas Island and Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Administrative team members are required to deliver outcomes in accordance with AFP governance instrument framework. Administrative team members contribute to the provision of Policing services to Domestic and External Territories by delivering on the role description and responsibilities detailed below. Administrative team members must maintain the essential requirements listed below.
Role and Responsibilities
Provide administrative support as directed by the Officer in Charge (OIC) of Christmas Island to assist in meeting the requirements of the service level agreement between the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communication, and the Arts (DITRDCA) and the AFP for the provision of Policing services to Christmas Island.
Establish and maintain internal and external networks and working relationships with colleagues, key stakeholders, and government agencies.
Engage with the Christmas Island community to provide a liaison service between the AFP and local population with language and cultural matters.
Manage official records in accordance with AFP governance and the Archives Act 1983 (Cth)
Process financial documents in accordance with AFP governance and the Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
Manage the station fleet; maintain vehicle registration, schedule servicing and maintenance and ensure logbook reporting complies with AFP FBT policy.
Maintain station equipment and assets in accordance with AFP governance; assist with stock take and managing the asset registry.
Assist deploying members with relocation administration.
- Has sound knowledge and understanding of the Christmas Island Community and Culture;
- Enjoys helping people and can quickly develop effective relationships with members of the public and the Christmas Island Policing team;
- Has good judgement, integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive business matters;
- Has good communication skills and attention to detail;
- Can work autonomously as well as in a team; and - Is able to demonstrate and promote the AFP’s core values

Essential Requirements
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Additional Information
This role is located on Christmas Island the successful applicant must be willing to relocate to Christmas Island.
Selection Criteria
Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
Communicating and working effectively with other people
Application
Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:
Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, respons