EL1 - Assistant Director, Classification Services - Sydney, Australia - Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development

Description

Career Opportunities: EL1 - Assistant Director, Classification Services

Requisition ID 44935 - Posted - $118,176 - $134,426 - Location of Position (1) - Ongoing/Non-Ongoing - Full Time - Position Classification(s) (1)

Title:

Classification(s):

Employment Type:

Business Division:

Online Safety, Media & Platforms

Branch / Section:

Classification/Classification Services

Location:

Sydney

Security Clearance:

Baseline Vetting

Job Reference No:

44935

Contact Officer:

Vicky Ellis on or

Closing Date:

Our Department Values

Our values set the direction for what it means to work in our department. They inform the standard and expectations of behaviours, skills and capabilities and the attributes we currently have, will continually work to achieve and develop, and that we use to acknowledge and attract, retain and recruit into our department.

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTIQ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women's progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have available

The Classification Branch provides policy and operational advice, education and training on the classification of films, computer games and publications. It delivers operational and secretariat support to the Classification Board and Classification Review Board (the Boards) and supports industry through the administration of approved classification tools. The Branch is also responsible for the oversight of the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 and the National Classification Scheme.

Classification helps Australians make informed decisions about what to watch and play, and helps parents and carers protect children from harmful content. You can learn more about classification at

The Assistant Director will be required to proactively lead the team through change, achieving strong business as usual (BAU) outcomes while helping shape the future of classification in Australia.

The Assistant Director is responsible for leading a small team on a diverse range of tasks, including:

• Coordinating the operation, governance and reporting of the Boards' applications and exemptions under the Act within statutory timeframes
• Providing secretariat support to the Boards
• Providing advice on and processing complex applications to the Boards
• Providing advice to industry clients on compliance with the National Classification Scheme
• Engaging and fostering productive relationships with the Boards on reform implementation
• Preparing correspondence, media responses, reports and briefings for the Boards, Senior Executives, Minister for Communications, and the Australian public
• Providing advice on operational requirements to reform the National Classification Scheme.

The role may involve some travel to Canberra and viewing film, game or publication content that is high in impact and/or objectionable.

Note: A merit pool will be established for a period of 18 months from the date of this advertisement as a result of the selection process to fill similar vacancies in the department and across the APS.

Who are we looking for?

Our ideal candidate is familiar with, or interested in, contemporary media and technology, including films and computer games. They have experience in applying legislation to their work, has a strong eye for detail, and is proficient in leading a busy team through change. Most importantly, they will have excellent leadership and communication skills. You should be solutions focused, proactive, flexible and agile.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Applies strong judgment, thinks strategically, and identifies opportunities for improved ways of working
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships, including building high performing teams and facilitates cooperation with a variety of stakeholders
• Steers and implements change, deals with uncertainty and delivers on intended results
• Commits to action, manages risk, demonstrates professionalism and negotiates effectively
• Communicates clearly, including the ability to listen, understand and adapt to their audience.

While not essential, we will look favourably upon skills and experience in any of these areas:

• People/change management and leadership
• Project/program management, coordination, delivery or reporting
• Experience with using Microsoft 365 systems.

Please refer to the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) EL1 profile for a list of capabilities at the EL1 level.

What else can we offer?

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure,Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

Citizenship: To be eligible for employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport,Regional Development, Communications and the Arts applicants must be an Australian citizen.

Health Assessment: The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department's preferred medical provider.

Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at BaselineLevel.You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances.More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website .

How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at 11:59pm AEST, Wednesday 17 April 2024.

In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather, you should provide a statement of no more than 2 pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role. You should also provide a CV, no more than 4 pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the 'Who are we looking for' section.

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.

Your application should be received through the department's online recruitment system. Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on or via email at to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you find accessibility limitations in our systems, please contact and an alternative application format will be provided to you.