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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Directorate: XXXX
Division: Workforce Capability and Position Number: E1161
Governance
Location: Nara Building Civic
Position Title: Executive Branch Manager,
Professional Standards Unit Last Reviewed: 25/09/20
Classification: Executive Level 1.3
The Australian Capital Territory Public Service (ACTPS) is a values-based organisation where all
employees are expected to embody the prescribed core values of respect, integrity, collaboration
and innovation, as well demonstrate the related signature behaviours.
DIRECTORATE OVERVIEW
The Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate (CMTEDD) leads the public
sector and works collaboratively both within government and with the community to
achieve positive outcomes.
As a central agency, CMTEDD provides strategic advice and support to the Chief Minister, the
Directorate’s Ministers and the Cabinet on policy, economic and financial matters, service delivery,
whole of government issues and intergovernmental relations. The Directorate facilitates the
implementation of government priorities, drives initiatives as well as leads the strategic direction
for the ACT Public Service (ACTPS), to ensure that it is well positioned to perform its role.
DIVISION OVERVIEW
Workforce Capability and Governance:
• provides strategic advice to the ACT Government on public sector employment;
• supports good governance in the public sector by developing effective policy, legislative and
industrial frameworks; provides workforce planning and strategic support to the public
sector agencies; and
• provides support to the Head of Service, the Strategic Board and its sub-committees.
Workforce Capability and Governance sets and clarifies the direction of the ACTPS workforce to
meet current and future capability needs, and to establish the conditions to enable success.POSITION OVERVIEW The Executive Branch Manager, Professional Standards Unit provides a central investigation and advisory role for ACT public sector. The position provides support to the statutory office of the Public Sector Standards Commissioner (PSSC) in the conduct of investigations of misconduct allegations and management of complaints within the Service. In addition to investigating complaints, the PSSC also advises the Chief Minister on matters arising from investigations conducted and, in this context, may provide advice about the public sector values, principles and the conduct required under the Public Sector Management Act 1994. Further, the PSSC performs any functions conferred on the PSSC by the Chief Minister under the Public Sector Management Act. The Executive Branch Manager, Professional Standards Unit may exercise powers and functions delegated by the PSSC and other functions as required. The position of Executive Branch Manager, Professional Standards Unit supports the PSSC by providing leadership for managers and staff undertaking investigations on misconduct matters and assists the PSSC in the delivery of their statutory responsibilities. The position leads a team of approximately 15 investigators and support staff and reports to the PSSC on investigations and other matters related to the Commissioner’s role; and to the Deputy Director General, Workforce Capability and Governance on organisational and resourcing matters. The role encompasses a breadth of accountabilities that will result in system wide enhancement in integrity and open government. The Executive Branch Manager will be required to provide advice on the management of misconduct matters across the sector and utilise behavioural analytics and evidence-based insights to inform policy and practice development. The position is required to develop productive influential relationships with senior leaders across ACT Government Directorates and Agencies. The role leads on the delivery of contemporary awareness raising and preventative education and training, relevant sector wide communications and also contributes to executive development programs for ACTPS employees. The Executive Branch Manager, Professional Standards Unit is responsible for leading and managing the relationship and arrangements with the Integrity Commission to ensure the statutory functions are carried out in an effective and efficient way within the respective jurisdiction of the PSSC and the Integrity Commissioner. The Executive Branch Manager, Professional Standards Unit will also lead the policy development and operational aspects of misconduct matters where they intersect with serious and systemic corrupt conduct under the Integrity Commission Act 2018.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The information below describes the capabilities that are required to perform the duties and
responsibilities of the position.
Primary responsibilities include:
1. Support the Public Sector Standards Commissioner and deliver investigations of a high
standard in a timely manner.
2. Provide advice to the Public Sector Standards Commissioner on the management of
misconduct matters across the ACTPS, including behavioural and process trends.
3. Develop and maintain productive working relationships with the senior leadership group
within CMTEDD and other ACT Government Directorates and Agencies.
4. Lead the improvement of integrity services and operational business systems.
5. Identify and embed alternative ways of managing workforce issues to reduce instances
of misconduct.
6. Contribute to executive development programs for ACTPS employees.
Note: This position involves direct supervision of SOG and ASO level staff and labour hire
contractors on occasion.
Compliance Requirements / Qualifications
1. This position does not require a pre-employment medical.
2. Driver's licence C Class is not essential.
This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.
WHAT YOU REQUIRE
Applications of two pages should address the selection criteria below which are based on the
ACTPS Executive Capabilities:
Leads and values people
− Motivates and develops people
− Values diversity and respects individuals
− Builds a culture of improving practice
Shapes strategic thinking
− Inspires a sense of purpose and direction
− Encourages innovation and engages with risk
− Thinks broadly and develops solutionsAchieve results with integrity
− Develops organisational capability to deliver results
− Manages resources wisely and with probity
− Progresses evidence based policies and procedures
− Shows sound judgement, is responsive and ethical
Fosters collaboration
− Listens and communicates with influence
− Engages efficiently across government
− Builds and maintains key relationships
Exemplifies citizen, community and service focus
− Understands, anticipates and evaluates client needs
− Creates partnerships and co-operation
− Works to improve outcomes
Executive Capabilities are a way of describing the behaviours that characterise successful ACTPS
executives and the values and personal attributes that support these behaviours. They also
provide an integrated and consistent means of assisting executives to identify developmental
needs and achieve significant and measurable growth in areas such as leadership, strategic vision
and effective management.
Information on Executive Capabilities for the ACTPS is available at
https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au/employment-framework/for-executives/actps-executive-
employment-conditions
Compliance Requirements / Qualifications
− This position does not require a pre-employment medical.
− Driver's licence C Class is not essential.
− This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.WORK ENVIRONMENT DESCRIPTION
The following work environment description outlines the inherent requirements of the role of
Executive Branch Manager, Professional Standards Unit (position number E1161) and indicates
how frequently each of these requirements would be performed. Please note that ACTPS is
committed to providing reasonable adjustment and ensuring all individuals have equal
opportunities in the workplace.
ADMINISTRATIVE FREQUENCY
Telephone use Frequently
General computer use Frequently
Extensive keying/data entry Occasionally
Graphical/analytical based Occasionally
Sitting at a desk Frequently
Standing for long periods Occasionally
Designated workstation* Never
*Note: the position works in an activity based working (ABW) environment. Under ABW
arrangements, officers do not have a designated workstation/desk.
STANDARD HOURS FREQUENCY
Flexible working hours (access to flex time) Frequently
Fixed or specified start/finish times Occasionally
Expected to work extensive hours over a significant period due to
Occasionally
the nature of the duties
Access to Accrued Days Off (ADO’s) Never
Peaks and troughs Occasionally
Frequent overtime Never
Rostered shift work Never
SOCIAL DEMANDS FREQUENCY
Work with others towards shared goals in a team environment Frequently
Work in isolation from other staff (remote supervision) Occasionally
Working in a call centre environment Never
Working directly with the public Occasionally
PHYSICAL DEMANDS FREQUENCY
Distance walking (large buildings or inter-building transit) Never
Working outdoors Never
MANUAL HANDLING FREQUENCY
Lifting 0 – 5kg Occasionally
Lifting 5 – 10kg Occasionally
Lifting 10kg+ Never
Climbing Never
Reaching OccasionallyBending/squatting Occasionally Push/pull Occasionally Sequential repetitive movements in a short amount of time Never TRAVEL FREQUENCY Frequent travel – multiple work sites Occasionally Frequent travel – driving Occasionally Frequent travel – interstate Occasionally SPECIFIC HAZARDS FREQUENCY Working at heights Never Exposure to extreme temperatures Never Operation of heavy machinery e.g. forklift Never Confined spaces Never Excessive noise Never Low lighting Never Handling of dangerous goods/equipment Never Working with asbestos Never Potential to encounter agitated customers Occasionally Exposure to potentially distressing case material Occasionally OTHER FREQUENCY Uniform required Never Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required Occasionally APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS How to Apply: Please provide an application of two pages which includes a copy of your curriculum vitae and a statement addressing your experience against the executive capabilities. Please go to fisherleadership.com and click on ‘APPLY ONLINE’ using reference ACGebm1220, or call David Baber at Fisher Leadership on +61 1300 347 437 for further information. Please ensure that you receive an email acknowledgement confirming receipt of your application. Applications close: 22 January 2021
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