Allygroup is seeking a Senior Processing Officer (APS5 equivalent) to join a Federal Government agency in Canberra. The agency is looking for candidates with experience in and knowledge of managing and processing subpoenas, as well as experience leading teams in a processing environment. This is a 6-month secondment contract opportunity with the potential to be extended.
Allygroup is particularly interested in candidates who are seeking an entry-level APS role and who are keen to build a long-term career within the Federal Government. We are after candidates who are willing to do processing work and support a hard-working legal team with a great culture.
Candidates must be Australian citizens, Canberra-based, and available on a full-time basis.
Duties and responsibilities:
Processing and managing a high volume case load of matters such as subpoenas, court orders, summonses, information requests, etc.;
Operating under and utilizing the Privacy Act 1988 and other program specific legislation in processing work;
Interrogating Departmental databases to retrieve the requested information;
Preparing the information in a readable format for the applicant and drafting the release letter before passing to the relevant delegate for approval;
Liaising with requesting Agencies and stakeholders in order to clarify required information with a view to establishing compliance with legislative requirements;
Responding to Commonwealth information orders issued under the Family Law Act 1975;
Providing guidance and support to team members, as well as assist the leadership team with various tasks and responsibilities; and
Assisting and supporting agency staff who are required to give evidence in a court or tribunal matter.
Required candidate skills include:
Experience with applying legislation to decision making and processing work;
Experience in a leadership position within a processing environment;
High level of attention to detail;
Effective written and oral communication;
Ability to follow agreed processes and procedures; and
Ability to be self-motivated and also work collaboratively within a team.
In addition, our ideal candidate will:
Possess high levels of integrity, probity and behavioural standards;
Have excellent time management and task prioritisation skills;
Be able to exercise sound judgement and analytical skills; and
Be able to work well under pressure.
What you need to do now
To apply, click the ‘Apply Now’ button below or send a current resume and cover letter to our team at recruitment@allygroup.com.au expressing your interest in this opportunity. For a confidential talk in relation to this position, please call us on 02 5104 3170. You may also contact our office via phone or email to arrange a Video Relay call or other call services through The National Relay Service. Plain, large font copies of this ad (and related position description/s) may also be requested by emailing recruitment@allygroup.com.au.