Why YOU are important to us and what impact will you have on the People, Property and Security Division and the departments’ goal.

The People, Property and Security Division delivers strategic and operational workforce services that enable and enhance organisational capability. The division provides stewardship, support and services across integrity; conduct; property; fraud and corruption; security; people support; rehabilitation management; recruitment; learning and development; inclusion and diversity; workforce planning and analytics; workplace relations; culture and health, safety and wellbeing.

Our People Operations and Safety Branch are the front line of human resources (HR) for the department. We deliver timely and accurate responses to various client groups and support our people nationally with a strong focus on customer service and building trusting relationships with employees and business areas. We offer general and specialist HR advice and case management services for issues related to workplace relations, performance, probation, attendance, flexible work, behaviour, work health and safety and workplace rehabilitation.

The key duties of the position include:

This is where you play an important role.

As part of the People Support Section, you will be at the forefront of our HR efforts, providing essential support and building trusted relationships nationwide. You will provide HR advice and specialised case management for performance, probation, attendance, behaviour, flexible work and general advice, enabling our department's success. As the Assistant Director - People Support you'll lead a small team of HR Advisors, offering specialised HR advice within an APS context,



ideally with expertise in performance and attendance management. You will work independently under the broad direction of the Director - People Support, exercising leadership, strategic thinking and hands-on HR support in a rewarding role. You will also be responsible for a specified portfolio of work, which may include (but is not limited to): Performance and Probation, Capability Uplift, Service Now Allocations, HR Operating Systems, Reporting, Governance and Administration.

Key duties for these positions include, but are not limited to:

• leading and managing a team (locally and/or geographically dispersed) to provide comprehensive HR support, including conditions of employment

• overseeing the resolution of complex/high-risk matters and case management issues related to performance, probation, attendance, flexible work and behaviour

• preparing complex and sensitive correspondence, briefs and documentation promptly for senior executives and courts/arbitrators

• communicating with influence to provide accurate specialist advice and assistance to staff

• making and communicating decisions with valuable judgment, expertise and knowledge

• collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective partnerships and outcomes

• building workforce capability by developing internal talent,



fostering growth opportunities and strengthening team performance

• managing HR-related portfolios by ensuring priorities and deliverables are met while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Please note that this recruitment process will initially be used to fill two vacancies with one vacancy available in both Canberra and Sydney – the Sydney vacancy will focus on servicing the Western Sydney International Airport. The merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may be used to fill future vacancies in the division, where the duties are of a similar nature, in any of the locations listed on the Job Description.

Eligibility

Who we are looking for

Knowledge and experience

The successful applicants will have:

• proven experience leading a team and managing complex and sensitive HR matters

• demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced role within a government setting

• proven experience leading innovation and business improvement strategies

• an in-depth knowledge of the application of the employment framework and relevant legislation including the Public Service Act 1999, Fair Work Act 2009 and Privacy Act 1988.

Eligibility and other Requirements

The successful applicants must hold and maintain a valid Australian motor vehicle drivers licence.

Notes

Flexible working arrangements

The department supports flexible working arrangements. To seek further information please speak with the contact officer prior to submitting your application.

📌 Assistant Director - People Support (Sydney)
🏢 Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
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