Director (Payroll and Aurion), Shared Service Branch Ongoing & Non-ongoing for a period of up to 12 monthsBarton, ACTLocation: Barton, ACTApplication Closing Date: 28-Apr-2024Employment TypeClassificationExecutive Level 2 ($141,669 - $168,609)Employment TypeOngoing & Non-ongoing (for a period of up to 12 months)This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the PM&C delegate.Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years.A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.Flexible WorkFlexible working arrangements will be consideredThe OpportunityThe Shared Services Branch within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) provides corporate enabling services to PM&C and its shared service clients for payroll, Human Resources (HR) system support, financial operations and procurement.The Payroll, Aurion and HR Help Section works closely with other areas across PM&C and its shared service clients to deliver a high quality payroll service, Aurion system support and a helpdesk function for multiple agencies.As Director of Payroll, Aurion and HR Help you will be responsible for influencing and developing strategies, policies, priorities and operational practices in support of PM&C objectives, based on high-level decision making and judgement. You will provide strategic advice to senior management and stakeholders and lead a large section, which translates legislation, policy, strategy and operational requirements to achieve high quality payroll outcomes. You will lead and drive the payroll agenda within PM&C, while fostering a shared sense of purpose and improving the performance of a Section delivering payroll, HR system and helpdesk functions.As a leader within the Shared Services Branch, you will work across pay and client services, HR systems capability development, and HR system controls and assurance, to drive, influence, design and collaborate on a range of people-related matters and the systems that support them. You will use your leadership skills and experience to create a strong professional culture, demonstrating your ability to think strategically, innovatively and by being open to new ideas. You will lead the development of systems, standardisation of processes and shared corporate services to PM&C and its shared service clients.The successful applicant should have demonstrated experience and capabilities in managing payroll systems and controls, risk management, problem solving and process optimisation, and be able to apply these skills to identify and implement business improvement and streamlining opportunities.A merit pool may be established and used to fill the same of similar vacancies for 18 months from the date of advertising.Our Ideal CandidateOur ideal candidate will have:Extensive knowledge and experience relating to the methodology, systems and procedures within the payroll field and the ability to translate this into strategy.Comprehensive understanding of and experience working with the APS legislative framework, key government policy and initiatives that have an impact on APS employees and Senior Executive Staff.Understanding of and experience in HR system governance including HR system capability and development, contract management and coordination of system changesComprehensive understanding of and experience working with APS contemporary operational human resource processes and practices.An appreciation and understanding of the workplace planning process.High-level leadership and management skills and experience, including the capacity to implement change, engage and develop staff and effectively manage the work priorities of a dynamic payroll processing, systems support and helpdesk function.Well-developed interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders, exercise influence and embed a positive and resilient team culture.EligibilityTo be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.Security Clearance RequiredBaseline Vetting (Protected)Ongoing & Non-ongoing for a period of up to 12 monthsExecutive Level 2 ($141,669 - $168,609) plus 15.4% superannuation'Barton, ACTLocation: Barton, ACTApplication Closing Date: 28-Apr-2024ClassificationExecutive Level 2 ($141,669 - $168,609)Employment TypeOngoing & Non-ongoing (for a period of up to 12 months)This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the PM&C delegate.Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years.A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.Flexible WorkFlexible working arrangements will be consideredThe OpportunityThe Shared Services Branch within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) provides corporate enabling services to PM&C and its shared service clients for payroll, Human Resources (HR) system support, financial operations and procurement.The Payroll, Aurion and HR Help Section works closely with other areas across PM&C and its shared service clients to deliver a high quality payroll service, Aurion system support and a helpdesk function for multiple agencies.As Director of Payroll, Aurion and HR Help you will be responsible for influencing and developing strategies, policies, priorities and operational practices in support of PM&C objectives, based on high-level decision making and judgement. You will provide strategic advice to senior management and stakeholders and lead a large section, which translates legislation, policy, strategy and operational requirements to achieve high quality payroll outcomes. You will lead and drive the payroll agenda within PM&C, while fostering a shared sense of purpose and improving the performance of a Section delivering payroll, HR system and helpdesk functions.As a leader within the Shared Services Branch, you will work across pay and client services, HR systems capability development, and HR system controls and assurance, to drive, influence, design and collaborate on a range of people-related matters and the systems that support them. You will use your leadership skills and experience to create a strong professional culture, demonstrating your ability to think strategically, innovatively and by being open to new ideas. You will lead the development of systems, standardisation of processes and shared corporate services to PM&C and its shared service clients.The successful applicant should have demonstrated experience and capabilities in managing payroll systems and controls, risk management, problem solving and process optimisation, and be able to apply these skills to identify and implement business improvement and streamlining opportunities.A merit pool may be established and used to fill the same of similar vacancies for 18 months from the date of advertising.Our Ideal CandidateOur ideal candidate will have:Extensive knowledge and experience relating to the methodology, systems and procedures within the payroll field and the ability to translate this into strategy.Comprehensive understanding of and experience working with the APS legislative framework, key government policy and initiatives that have an impact on APS employees and Senior Executive Staff.Understanding of and experience in HR system governance including HR system capability and development, contract management and coordination of system changesComprehensive understanding of and experience working with APS contemporary operational human resource processes and practices.An appreciation and understanding of the workplace planning process.High-level leadership and management skills and experience, including the capacity to implement change, engage and develop staff and effectively manage the work priorities of a dynamic payroll processing, systems support and helpdesk function.Well-developed interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders, exercise influence and embed a positive and resilient team culture.EligibilityTo be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.Security Clearance RequiredBaseline Vetting (Protected)Contact OfficerMelissa Radford on (02) 6271 6193 or ****** Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your one page pitch and resume.Candidate Information Pack.docx Opens in new windowCandidate Information Pack.pdf Opens in new windowStart your application by clicking the "begin" button.#J-18808-Ljbffr
