Department of Defence - Defence Conditions of Service Officer - PN - LE4

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Department of Defence - Defence Conditions of Service Officer - PN 10139 - LE4 Ongoing, full timeUSD $77,820 - $91,032Washington D.C, United States of AmericaAbout the positionThe Defence Conditions of Service Officer (CoSO) is responsible for delivering conditions of service administration and support in accordance with Defence policy, legislation and established procedures. The role supports ADO personnel and their recognised dependants by coordinating service delivery activities, processing entitlements and reimbursements, responding to enquiries, and maintaining accurate records and information.The position requires the development of a sound understanding of Defence Conditions of Service arrangements and the ability to apply relevant policies and procedures to a broad range of administrative matters. The role operates within a large and diverse team environment at the Australian Embassy, Washington DC, and may participate in agreed after-hours support arrangements.Eligibility for employment for a foreign mission in the US – Visa and Citizenship InformationDO NOT APPLY FOR A VISA UNTIL ADVISED TO DO SO.To work at the Embassy, you must be:A US citizen or US lawful permanent resident (green card holder) (18 years or older), orIn possession of a valid US Employment Authorisation Document (EAD), orIn possession of an A2 visa or eligible to apply for one (20 years or older)*, orIn possession of a derivative A visa and a registered member of the family (18 years or older) of a diplomat at the Australian diplomatic mission to which the diplomat is registered.Those employees with a pathway to US permanent residency must take it up as soon as they become eligible.Remuneration packageUSD $77,820 - $91,032 New starters commence at base of salary range.BenefitsWe offer a competitive package of benefits which includesEmployer-subsidised medical group insurance – (employees pay between 6 and 16%),22 days annual leave per year,18 days sick leave per year,14 public holidays per year.Performance ManagementLocally engaged staff engaged in an ongoing or fixed term capacity who are employed on 31 March, have worked in the role for at least 100 working days and meet performance standards are eligible to receive a salary advancement OR a bonus if at the top of their level.Additional InformationThis position is a designated security assessed position. Applicants must be a citizen of Australia to apply. Employment in the advertised position is dependent on the employee having or acquiring a valid DFAT recognised security clearance. Security clearances can take several months to process, and employment cannot be commenced until an appropriate clearance is confirmed. Inability to obtain a clearance prevents the applicant from being employed and loss of a security clearance at any time will lead to termination of employment.TheFair Work Act 2009is not intended to apply to the employment of Locally Engaged Staff at Australia's overseas diplomatic and consular missions. Any successful candidate's terms and conditions of employment will be governed by the laws of the United States.Further information about engagement as a locally engaged staff member can be found at Employment Opportunities on the Australia in the USA website.Contact InformationFor enquiries about the position or application process, contact [email protected]#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Department of Defence - Defence Conditions of Service Officer - PN 10139 - LE4 Ongoing, full timeUSD $77,820 - $91,032Washington D.C, United States of AmericaAbout the positionThe Defence Conditions of Service Officer (CoSO) is responsible for delivering conditions of service administration and support in accordance with Defence policy, legislation and established procedures. The role supports ADO personnel and their recognised dependants by coordinating service delivery activities, processing entitlements and reimbursements, responding to enquiries, and maintaining accurate records and information.The position requires the development of a sound understanding of Defence Conditions of Service arrangements and the ability to apply relevant policies and procedures to a broad range of administrative matters. The role operates within a large and diverse team environment at the Australian Embassy, Washington DC, and may participate in agreed after-hours support arrangements.Eligibility for employment for a foreign mission in the US – Visa and Citizenship InformationDO NOT APPLY FOR A VISA UNTIL ADVISED TO DO SO.To work at the Embassy, you must be:A US citizen or US lawful permanent resident (green card holder) (18 years or older), orIn possession of a valid US Employment Authorisation Document (EAD), orIn possession of an A2 visa or eligible to apply for one (20 years or older)*, orIn possession of a derivative A visa and a registered member of the family (18 years or older) of a diplomat at the Australian diplomatic mission to which the diplomat is registered.Those employees with a pathway to US permanent residency must take it up as soon as they become eligible.Remuneration packageUSD $77,820 - $91,032 New starters commence at base of salary range.BenefitsWe offer a competitive package of benefits which includesEmployer-subsidised medical group insurance – (employees pay between 6 and 16%),22 days annual leave per year,18 days sick leave per year,14 public holidays per year.Performance ManagementLocally engaged staff engaged in an ongoing or fixed term capacity who are employed on 31 March, have worked in the role for at least 100 working days and meet performance standards are eligible to receive a salary advancement OR a bonus if at the top of their level.Additional InformationThis position is a designated security assessed position. Applicants must be a citizen of Australia to apply. Employment in the advertised position is dependent on the employee having or acquiring a valid DFAT recognised security clearance. Security clearances can take several months to process, and employment cannot be commenced until an appropriate clearance is confirmed. Inability to obtain a clearance prevents the applicant from being employed and loss of a security clearance at any time will lead to termination of employment.TheFair Work Act 2009is not intended to apply to the employment of Locally Engaged Staff at Australia's overseas diplomatic and consular missions. Any successful candidate's terms and conditions of employment will be governed by the laws of the United States.Further information about engagement as a locally engaged staff member can be found at Employment Opportunities on the Australia in the USA website.Contact InformationFor enquiries about the position or application process, contact [email protected]#J-18808-Ljbffr