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ASD 4, 5 & 6 Mission Support Officers – Australian Signals Directorate
📌 Vacancy Fact Sheet
- Reference Number: VN-0769788
- Agency: Australian Signals Directorate
- Job Title: ASD 4, 5 & 6 Mission Support Officers
- Position Number: ASD/02969/26
- Classification: APS Level 4;APS Level 5;APS Level 6
- Closing Date: Sunday 14 June 2026
- Job Type: Full-Time;Part-Time, Ongoing
- Location: Perth WA, Canberra ACT, Brisbane QLD, Adelaide
- Future Merit Locations: Various locations – ACT, Various locations – NSW,
- Salary: $83,489 – $116,169
- Office Arrangement: On Site;Flexible (As per the Information Pack)
About Australian Signals Directorate
To Apply
Position Contact Name Withheld, [email protected]
Agency Recruitment Site www.asd.gov.au/careers
Applicants to vacancies notified in all formats of the electronic Public Service Gazette should be aware:
that the names of successful applicants will also be notified in all formats of the electronic Public Service Gazette
applicants found suitable may be offered similar employment opportunities by other Australian Public Service agencies
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Duties
- ASD 4
- Officers at this level would be required to provide administrative support to mission delivery and
- undertake some research and analysis activities. Officers may have public contact and may be
- required to communicate with and provide advice to a range of external stakeholders. Working
- under general direction, they undertake tasks of moderate complexity.
- They also have:
- An ability to work confidently and collaboratively within an integrated, multidisciplinary team.
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional and respectful stakeholder engagement.
- Proven ability to balance competing tasks and deadlines.
- Commitment to accurate, timely and efficient support that enables mission delivery.
- High attention to detail and consistent production of quality work.
- Research and analytical skills to interpret information effectively.
- Contribution to documentation reviews and quality-assurance processes.
- Ability to prepare routine minutes, reports and administrative products.
- Initiative and sound problem-solving skills to manage emerging priorities.
- ASD 5
- Officers at this level contribute to mission delivery and play an essential role across ASD’s
- administrative and stakeholder engagement functions. Working under limited direction, they
- manage moderately complex tasks, support effective decision-making and help ensure operational
- continuity across the organisation.
- They also have:
- Have accountability for completion of allocated tasks, organising workflow, review of work
- and development of less experienced employees
- Have a good understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on moderately complex operational and
- administrative matters.
- Identify issues and contribute to the resolution of issues and problems
- Resolve moderately complex enquiries from stakeholders and provide information and
- advice as a representative of the work area.
- Build rapport and maintain stakeholder relationships within defined parameters.
- Represent the work area at internal and external meetings and conferences.
- ASD 6
- Officers at this level manage more complex work, contribute specialist advice and exercise greater
- independence. They may coordinate small teams or work programs and play a key role in driving
- improvements, managing risks and supporting strategic outcomes.
- They also have:
- An ability to make independent, well-reasoned decisions within defined parameters.
- Experience preparing high-quality written submissions, briefs and corporate reports.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capability, including risk assessment and
- recommendations.
- Strong ability to prioritise and manage resources in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
- Proactive coordination that supports the efficiency and effectiveness of broader teams.
Eligibility / Notes
- Australian Citizenship – Applicants must be an Australian citizen. Only in exceptional
- circumstances can this requirement be waivered.
- Organisational Suitability Assessment – The preferred applicant will be required to
- undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (see Organisational Assessment section).
- Security Clearance – It is a condition of employment that applicants are willing and able to
- obtain and maintain the requisite security clearance for the duration of their employment with
- ASD.
- Health Assessment – The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical
- examination conducted by the Agency’s preferred medical provider.
- Please ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements outlined in this Information Pack prior to
- submitting an application.
How to Apply
Position Contact Name Withheld, [email protected]
Agency Recruitment Site www.asd.gov.au/careers
Applicants to vacancies notified in all formats of the electronic Public Service Gazette should be aware:
that the names of successful applicants will also be notified in all formats of the electronic Public Service Gazette
applicants found suitable may be offered similar employment opportunities by other Australian Public Service agencies
Vacancy