APS5 Case Officer

Posted 27 May 2022
Salary$80789 per annum, Benefits: Annual Salary + Accrued Leave + 15.4% super
LocationBatemans Bay
Job type Contract
DisciplineGovernment Federal
ReferenceJO-2205-481772

Job description

DFP Recruitment are currently supporting a medium to large federal government agency in sourcing multiple APS5 Case Officers for a national program in their Batemans Bay office on the South Coast of NSW.

This contract in until May 2023 with the possibility of an extension, which includes paid leave and 15.4% superannuation.
 
You will work in a supportive environment, where employee well-being is prioritised with access to a range of support services.

Responsibilities:

The APS5 Case Officer will be required to manage a caseload where you will apply relevant legislation to assess applications for validity, make recommendations on eligibility and offer advice on decisions. You will;
  • Communicate with applicants, nominees and third parties and present messages in a clear, concise, and articulate way.
  • Research and make decisions based on subject matter knowledge and judgement.
  • Keep accurate and comprehensive records (including report writing, case notes, and official records).
  • Advise applicants on legislation, policy, procedures.
  • Resolve applicant enquiries. 
  • Provide quality control and quality assurance on applications and check the work quality of others.
  • Manage time and organise work against performance expectations.
About You:

Our ideal candidate will have strong abilities in interpreting and applying legislation.

In addition, you will be able to demonstrate the following;
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reading, writing, and talking about applications, their processing and recording.
  • Self-awareness and ability to self-manage in a complex, changing environment whilst in a diverse team with high workload in a high-risk environment.
  • Experience developing influential working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external.
  • Sound analytical skills to evaluate applications and related issues and contribute to solutions.
  • A well-developed understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks.
  • Resilience, persistence, and a result-orientated attitude with the ability to be accountable for decisions and actions.
  • Sound judgement and logical reasoning in decision making and is accurate when dealing with detailed information and documentation.
 
Applicants are required to hold Australian Citizenship at time of application and hold a Baseline security clearance. Candidates who do not currently hold a Baseline must be able to obtain and maintain this level of clearance. This is an office based, full time role.
 
If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW or call Jane Rippingale at DFP Recruitment on (02) 6162 7333 or email jrippingale@dfp.com.au

DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.

Note: You may be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status.