ACT Policing – Team Leader, Legislation & Policy

Job title: ACT Policing – Team Leader, Legislation & Policy

Company: Australian Federal Police


Job description: Job DetailsEMPLOYMENT TYPE – Ongoing Full timeLOCATION – ACTAFP BAND & SALARY – Band 07 ($118,673.00 – $127,101.00)JOB REFERENCE NUMBER – 14981This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.Join our policy teamWork with your local police officers and help keep our community safe. Legislation and Governance leads ACT Policing’s law reform and policy agenda.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
• 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?As a Team Leader in the AFP you will 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.You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.The Legislation and Governance section leads the ACT Policing law reform and policy agenda, supporting the Executive on law enforcement forums, budget policy, performance analysis and statistical reporting, and FOI and governance. This section is comprised of five teams:

• Legislation and Policy
• Governance and Compliance
• National Forums
• Performance Statistics
• Budget Policy and Projects

We’re interested in hearing from people who

• Have a team-focused approach to delivering strategic policy advice and material for Executives, and government and community partners.
• Most importantly have a genuine passion for policing, justice and the ACT community.

What will you do?ACT Policing Legislation and Governance’s main services include:

• Providing critical advice to law makers on the impacts of reforms on policing.
• Coordinating responses for information requests from other policing and justice jurisdictions, and facilitating ACT Policing’s obligations under the FOI act.
• Maintaining ACTP’s Governance Instrument Framework.
• Maintaining ACT Policing’s Lessons Management System, including capturing lessons and recommendations identified, and assisting in the implementation of best practice.
• Provide critical statistical, analytical and performance monitoring.
• Coordinating whole-of-agency involvement to develop ACT Policing’s position on key domestic law enforcement policy matters.
• Supporting the development of budget business cases to drive ACT Policing’s strategy to increase capacity and capability with tangible outcomes for the frontline.
• Formulating and coordinating advice to ACTP Executive, ACT Government and senior ACT Policing officers.

This recruitment process is to fill expected Team Leader vacancies over the next 24 months. Following a restructure of the team to better resource and respond to our key responsibilities, Legislation and Governance has one current Team Leader vacancy within the Legislation and Policy team, and an expected vacancy within Budget Policy and Projects.Successful applicants will thrive in complex and challenging environments, and have a strong track record of leading teams to achieve results. They will be highly regarded for their leadership capabilities, strategic and lateral thinking aptitude, productive working relationships, stakeholder management skills and their ability to communicate and negotiate effectively.Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
• Tertiary qualifications in relevant field.
• Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Desirable RequirementsThe following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• Understanding of ACT Government Legislative Assembly process and whole-of-government situational awareness.
• Aptitude for strategic and lateral thinking.
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities.

Additional Information

• This role is located in Canberra, and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra.

Selection Criteria

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

ApplicationPlease 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, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant

(maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and for the role.Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.Employment SuitabilityShould you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an

and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP’s professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway. * Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.

• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Recruitment ProcessApplicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our to find out how to prepare for your interview.Commitment to Diversity & InclusionAt 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. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.Contacts and Closing InformationContact Officer: Ellena Bisset,Contact Officer Phone: (02)51268314, ​Contact Officer Email: ellena.bisset@afp.gov.auApplications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 27/08/2025To view our other employment opportunities, please visit our .

Expected salary: $118673 – 127101 per year

Location: Canberra, ACT

Job date: Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:13:29 GMT

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