First listed on: 05 November 2019
New South Wales Police Force

Manager (Identified Role) - Aboriginal Employment and Engagement, Human Resources 

The NSW Police Force is currently recruiting a Manager Aboriginal Employment & Engagement who will be responsible for the development, implementation and review of strategies, programs and initiatives to attract, develop and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
These strategies will complement culture and corporate strategy and maximise the contributions of the workforce.
 
Reporting to the Director, Workplace Effectiveness & Culture and with a team of 3 direct reports, this is an exciting time to be a part of a proactive and passionate team as we prepare for the launch of our new Aboriginal Employment & Engagement Strategy in 2020.
 
Key accountabilities
  • Lead and manage the development of Aboriginal employment and retention programs that are consistent with and support the broader diversity and inclusion framework.
  • Build and maintain internal and external relationships to ensure the success of the priorities as outlined under the Aboriginal Employment & Engagement Strategy.
  • Collaborate with NSWPF recruitment teams to anticipate, monitor and manage the diversity talent pipeline.
  • Provide expert advice to leaders and managers on the status of the Aboriginal Employment and Engagement strategies and programs.
  • Partner with other key stakeholders to deliver best practice approaches to Aboriginal employment and engagement.
  • Evaluate programs established through Strategy to ensure they support the broader diversity and inclusion framework.
  • Build the capabilities of the broader workforce to support the implementation of Aboriginal employment and retention policies, programs and strategies.
  • Set the reporting framework for Aboriginal employment evaluation to support evidence-based decision making at the executive level.
Key challenges
  • Balancing the obligations and achievements of targets under government and local commitments concerning Aboriginal employment and engagement with operational efficiency, effectiveness and organisational culture change readiness.
  • Developing strategies to support career development strategies and pathways for Aboriginal employees that also assist to complement strategies for other diversity groups.
To download the Role Description for this position click here This role is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only, in accordance with the NSW Police Force Aboriginal Employment Strategy.
 
An Aboriginal person (as defined by the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983) means a person who:
  • is member of the Aboriginal race of Australia, and
  • identifies as an Aboriginal person, and
  • is accepted by the Aboriginal community as an Aboriginal person.
This is also in accordance with Part 5, Clause 26 of the NSW Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.
  • Clerk Grade 11/12
  • Ongoing Full-Time
  • Parramatta
JOB NOTES:
 
Applicants must satisfy the Aboriginality criteria (see above).
 
Essential requirements - applicants must: 
  • Obtain and maintain the requisite security clearances for this position.
  • Hold a current driver’s licence with no traffic offences recorded on their driving history within the last six (6) months
  • Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement for this position.
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 12 months.
 
For your application to be considered, you must:
  • attach a cover letter;
  • attach an up-to-date Resume/CV; and
  • address each of the Target Questions in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Please limit your response to no more than 1 page per question.
 
Please do not attach copies of Qualifications, Certificates or documentation (other than a Resume/CV) - you can bring these if called for interview.
 
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
 
For further assistance with completing your application or for information regarding the National Police Check and Security Clearance, please contact the Aboriginal Employment Programs Unit on (02) 8835 9021 or via email: hraboriginal@police.nsw.gov.au
 
Applications can only be submitted electronically online via the I Work for NSW website.
 
For information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here
 
To download the Role Description for this role click here 
 
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2019 at 11.59 pm 

Essential requirements - applicants must: 
  • Obtain and maintain the requisite security clearances for this position.
  • Hold a current driver’s licence with no traffic offences recorded on their driving history within the last six (6) months
  • Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement for this position.
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