ABOUT THE BRANCH The Department of Finance is at the centre of government decision-making. We help shape and support the Australian Government's Budget, advise on the management of public resources, and work with agencies across the Australian Public Service to strengthen government capability and deliver outcomes for Australians.

The Human Resources (HR) Branch delivers a broad range of strategic and operational people services that support the department and its workforce. We provide advice, policy and services across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, entry level programs, senior executive employment, learning and development, diversity and inclusion, workplace relations, work health and safety, rehabilitation, wellbeing, and performance and conduct case management.

The branch also plays a key role in shaping Finance's workforce through strategic workforce planning, reporting and analytics, providing insights and recommendations to the Executive Board and senior governance committees.

We are seeking motivated APS 5 and APS 6 professionals to join our high-performing team.

Current opportunities include

APS 6

- Leadership and Capability Senior Adviser
- Performance and Conduct Case Manager
- Workplace Relations Senior Adviser
- Entry Level Programs Manager (temporary)

APS 5

- Work Health and Safety Officer
- Wellbeing Case Manager

Successful candidates will work alongside experienced HR professionals and contribute to the delivery of high-quality people services and workforce initiatives that support both Finance and the broader Australian Public Service.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

These roles provide the opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of people-focused functions that support Finance's workforce and organisational priorities.

Working in a cooperative and professional environment, you will partner with stakeholders across the department to deliver practical, customer-focused HR advice, programs and services that contribute to positive people and business outcomes.

APS 5 Human Resources Advisers

APS 5 Human Resources Advisers play a key role in delivering high-quality HR services and advice across the employee lifecycle. Working with a degree of independence, they support managers and employees by providing practical guidance, administering people programs, and contributing to workforce initiatives that support organisational objectives.

Key responsibilities may include

- Providing timely and accurate advice on HR policies, procedures, systems and processes.
- Supporting the delivery of wellbeing, work health and safety, and other people-focused initiatives.
- Managing enquiries and building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Supporting case management activities and preparing correspondence, reports, briefs and other HR documentation.
- Interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to support consistent and compliant decision-making.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, including the review of HR processes, systems and service delivery.
- Assisting with workforce capability, engagement and communication activities across the branch.

APS 6 Human Resources Senior Advisers

APS 6 Human Resources Senior Advisers provide specialist advice and deliver complex HR initiatives that support strategic workforce outcomes. They work with a high degree of autonomy, manage complex matters, and build trusted relationships with stakeholders to influence decisions and drive positive workplace outcomes.

Key responsibilities may include

- Providing specialist advice and recommendations on workplace relations, leadership and capability, performance and conduct, wellbeing, work health and safety, entry level programs, and other people management matters.
- Managing complex and sensitive employee matters and cases in accordance with legislative and policy requirements.
- Developing, implementing and evaluating HR policies, programs, frameworks and business improvement initiatives.




- Partnering with managers and employees to identify people risks, provide solutions-focused advice and support informed decision-making.
- Researching, analysing and interpreting legislation, policy, data and workforce trends to deliver evidence-based recommendations.
- Preparing complex correspondence, briefs, reports and recommendations for senior leaders and decision-makers.
- Contributing to organisational capability, stakeholder education and continuous improvement through coaching, facilitation and engagement activities.

A merit pool may be established through this process and may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies at the APS 5 and APS 6 levels across the HR Branch for up to 18 months from the date of advertisement. Where a non-ongoing vacancy is filled, the employment arrangement will depend on the successful candidate's current employment status. Ongoing APS employees may be engaged through a temporary section 26 transfer, while external candidates may be offered non-ongoing employment for a specified term.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATES

We are looking for motivated HR professionals who:

- Have experience working in a human resources role. Relevant HR qualifications are highly regarded, and we support ongoing professional development, including qualifications such as a Certificate IV or Diploma in Human Resource Management.
- Build strong and productive relationships, communicating effectively and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively as part of a team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgement.
- Contribute to a positive team culture and are committed to delivering connected, high-quality and customer-focused HR services.
- Are organised, adaptable and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.
- Demonstrate curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset, seeking opportunities to enhance processes, systems and the employee experience.
- Remain resilient and composed under pressure, responding effectively to changing priorities and tight timeframes.
- Approach their work with professionalism, integrity and a commitment to achieving positive people and business outcomes.

For APS 6 opportunities, we are particularly interested in candidates who can provide specialist advice, manage complex matters, influence stakeholders and contribute to strategic workforce initiatives.

For APS 5 opportunities, we welcome candidates with solid foundational HR skills who are keen to develop their capability and grow their careers in a supportive and high-performing HR environment.

FINANCE PEOPLE CAPABILITY FRAMEWORK AND JOB SPECIFIC CAPABILITIES In addition to the broader capabilities outlined in the Finance People Capability Framework, Finance is seeking candidates who possess the following job specific skills and attributes aligned to our core capabilities:

APS 5 Human Resources Advisers

Lead

- Take ownership of work and deliver quality outcomes with a degree of independence and accountability.
- Demonstrate initiative and sound judgement when managing tasks, issues and stakeholder enquiries.
- Contribute positively to team objectives and a culture of continuous improvement.

Collaborate

- Build productive working relationships with stakeholders through professional, respectful and responsive communication.
- Work effectively as part of a team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to achieve common goals.
- Adapt communication style to suit different audiences and circumstances.

Achieve

- Deliver accurate,



timely and customer-focused outcomes while managing competing priorities.
- Apply policies, procedures and guidance to support effective service delivery and decision-making.
- Demonstrate reliability and resilience in a dynamic and changing environment.

Think

- Gather and analyse information to identify issues, risks and potential solutions.
- Exercise sound judgement when applying policy and guidance to day-to-day matters.
- Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve processes and services.

Learn

- Seek feedback and learning opportunities to continually develop knowledge and capability.
- Adapt to new priorities, systems and ways of working.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Know

- Develop and apply knowledge of relevant HR legislation, policies, frameworks and practices.
- Understand how individual work contributes to broader branch and departmental objectives.
- Use available resources and guidance to deliver accurate advice and outcomes.

APS 6 Human Resources Senior Advisers

Lead

- Lead pieces of work, initiatives or complex matters with a high degree of autonomy and accountability.
- Influence outcomes through sound judgement, strategic thinking and credible advice.
- Champion continuous improvement and contribute to workforce and organisational capability outcomes.

Collaborate

- Build and maintain trusted relationships with stakeholders across the department.
- Influence and negotiate effectively to achieve positive people and business outcomes.
- Foster collaboration across teams to deliver integrated and customer-focused HR services.

Achieve

- Deliver high-quality outcomes in complex or sensitive environments while balancing competing priorities.
- Drive work to completion through effective planning, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.
- Focus on achieving sustainable outcomes that support organisational objectives.

Think

- Apply critical thinking and strategic analysis to assess risks, opportunities and emerging issues.
- Develop evidence-based recommendations that consider legislative, policy and organisational requirements.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and improved ways of working.

Learn

- Continuously build expertise and support the development of others through coaching, knowledge sharing and collaboration.
- Demonstrate adaptability and responsiveness to changing business needs and priorities.
- Promote a culture of learning, growth and professional development.

Know

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of relevant HR legislation, policies, frameworks and contemporary practice.
- Apply technical expertise to provide authoritative advice and support informed decision-making.
- Understand the broader APS and workforce context and its implications for HR strategy and service delivery.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

- Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS) unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing.
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo the process to obtain and maintain, or continue to hold the required security clearance level for the role as indicated. All Finance staff are required to have a minimum baseline security clearance prior to commencement.
- RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activities for the vacancy if you choose to opt-in to the scheme, declare you have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the vacancy. All requests for reasonable adjustments will be considered and managed in consultation with you. Further information can be found at https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability.
- These roles are being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing. A position may be offered as ongoing or non-ongoing subject to operational requirements. Where a non-ongoing position is offered, the role will be filled for a specified term of up to 12 months. A specified term may be extended up to a maximum period of 2 years.

📌 Human Resources Advisers and Senior Advisers (Australia)
🏢 Department of Finance
📍 Australia