APS4 - Assessment Officer - Background Checking & Credential Services

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 139770

Location

ACT; QLD; SA; VIC

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Classification

APS Level 4 - $76,863.00 and $82,906.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Jayden Fisher on 0472 623 940 or jayden.fisher@homeaffairs.gov.au

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.

Applications close on 30 / 10 / 2025 at 11 : 59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position / s.

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.

About our team

Cyber & Infrastructure Security | Critical Infrastructure Risk & Reg | Auscheck | Background Checking & Credential Services

The Background Checking and Credential Services (BCCS) section is the operational hub of AusCheck, including :

• Issuing Body (IB) team and
• Background Checking (BC) team.

The IB team conducts identity verification interviews for the ASIC and MSIC schemes, as well as manual reviews for all schemes administered by AusCheck, to ensure all information and documentation provided by applicants is accurate and correct before details of the applicant are lodged with the BC team. The IB team also prints and dispatches ASICs and MSICs for eligible applicants.

The BC team facilitate background checks for applicants of schemes administered by AusCheck, the team makes an assessment to determine if the offences are Security Relevant Offences (SRO) (the criteria for SROs vary for each scheme).

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force.

Our ideal candidate

Duties and responsibilities

Conducting in-person and virtual identity verification interviews

Additional information

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 30 / 10 / 2025 at 11 : 59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining :

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 139770 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and :

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit : https : / / www.apsc.gov.au / recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance :

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https : / / www.homeaffairs.gov.au / about-us / careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders / directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.