Terms and conditions
Engagement as an ongoing employee of the department is subject to satisfying a number of conditions of employment.
Citizenship
Employment with the Australian Public Service (APS) is restricted to Australian citizens. However, in some exceptional circumstances and pending the granting of citizenship, the department may offer employment to applicants who have permanent resident status.
Redundancy payment
Former employees of any APS agency, the Australian Parliamentary Service or the Murray Darling Basin Commission who have received a redundancy payout from that employer are excluded from employment with the department until the redundancy benefit period has expired.
The exclusion period that applies is linked to the level of redundancy benefit received by the former employee. The Australian Public Service Commission provides further information regarding exclusion periods.
Security clearance
If you are successful in gaining a position in the department you will need to hold a valid security clearance applicable to the position. ('Protected' is the minimum level of security clearance for employment in the department). If you do not hold a valid security clearance, the department will issue a security clearance package that you must complete. The department will assess what, if any, risk is associated with granting you access to classified information.
Loss of a security clearance at any time may lead to termination of employment.
Probation
Your employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. During this time, assessment of your conduct and work performance will determine your suitability for ongoing employment. If your conduct or work performance is considered unsatisfactory during this period, your employment may be terminated on the ground of failure to meet a condition of your engagement.
Health assessment
Your engagement is subject to an assessment that you are fit to perform the duties of your position. You must attend an examination prior to your commencement date if appointments are available or otherwise within four weeks of your commencement date.
