Clerk Grade 5/6 Ongoing Full-Time Parramatta 2 Roles About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for an Assessment Officer - Sexual Violence to be part of our State Crime Command team. The role reviews NSWPF - Sexual Assault Reporting Options (SARO) reports that are disseminated to the Unit for action. The role conducts analysis of such reports and where applicable, disseminates information to the appropriate PAC/PD and makes referrals where required. The SARO Assessment Officer's responsibilities range from, but are not limited to, the review, classification, and management of reports of sexual violence submitted by the public to NSWPF through the online SARO portal. With a focus on a victim-centric and trauma-informed response, the successful candidate will, where required, refer to legislation and policy to review, assess and refer information, provide a timely response to victims, and provide advice, support, and education to police. This role involves reviewing in detail reports of sexual trauma experienced by both adults and children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a psychometric testing and will be enrolled in the Wellcheck Program. For more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities and capabilities required for the role), click here to view the role description. What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: competitive salary; flexible work options; opportunity to purchase leave; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and in-house gym facilities. How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Please address each of the following Target Questions (600 word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Target Question 1: The majority of day-to-day work in this role will involve reading victim's personal and sometimes graphic descriptions of sexual assaults perpetrated upon them as both adults and children, and then transcribe details of those assaults into NSWPF COPS and related systems. At times you may be required to contact those victims by phone or email which may be stressful. How do you maintain composure and effectively manage both your own stress and that of your team when dealing with sensitive and difficult content? Can you provide an example from your previous roles where you have successfully applied these skills? Target Question 2: The successful candidate will be required to develop a sound understanding of multiple different computer systems (including NSWPF COPS, Salesforce, and NSWPF ViewIMS), and work across these systems as part of their daily duties. In future new systems (such as MuleSoft) are likely to be introduced. Demonstrate your experience of managing multiple computer systems and explain how you have adapted to the introduction of new computer systems. Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Ellen Quinn via (02) 8835 8715. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. 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. Our commitment to Diversity The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages. If you identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or you require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the HR Diversity Team by email at PCC-INCLUSIONpolice.nsw.gov.au . If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEETpolice.nsw.gov.au . This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
