Learning & Development Officer - Curriculum Design - Education & Training Command - NSW Police Force - EducationCareer

First listed on: 18 October 2020
New South Wales Police Force

Learning & Development Officer - Curriculum Design - Education & Training Command

  • Clerk Grade 5/6
  • Ongoing Full-Time
  • Parramatta
About us
 
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
 
Our commitment to Diversity
 
The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
 
We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.
 
If you identify as a person with disability or require information or specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Andrew Schaverien on 02 9768 0600.
 
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team on (02) 9768 0644.
 
About the role
 
We have an opportunity for a Learning and Development Officer to be part of our Education & Training team. The Learning and Development Officer provides a key support and advisory service within Education and Training Command, servicing the whole of NSW Police Force. The role affords proficiency in the systems approach to training, specifically analysis, design and development, delivery and total quality management of learning and development products.

Working within the Curriculum Design in Learning Innovation provides the opportunity to showcase educational best practice. As the leaders in educational practice within NSWPF, the team is integral to developing effective and modern learning that supports the capability of units throughout the organisation. Whilst working within a structure and process, members of the team have the freedom to create and design modern and innovative learning for a wide variety of different areas of policing.

Essential requirements

  • Obtain and maintain the requisite security clearance for this role.
  • TAE 40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent) – superseded by TAE 40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience in developing adult learning products (nationally recognised training (VET) as well as non-regulated activities).
  • Sound understanding of educational technology and online learning.
  • Knowledge of the Australian Core Skills Framework, the Australian Qualifications Framework, and the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience in utilising a systems approach to training, including the ADDIE Model
For more information on this role (e.g. key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role), click here to view the role description.
 
What we can offer you
 
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:
  • competitive salary;
  • flexible work options;
  • opportunity to purchase leave;
  • annual leave loading;
  • corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
  • free annual influenza vaccination;
  • salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
  • convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and 
  • in-house gym facilities. 
 How to Apply
 
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.
 
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.
 
You must also address each of the following Target Questions (300 word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.
 
Target Question 1:
Explain how you would design learning in a subject area that is unfamiliar to you to engage learners and ensure deep learning. You may choose to provide an example of how you have done this in the past. 
 
Target Question 2:
Explain how you would design learning to incorporate technology using a blended learning approach in a face to face learning environment to increase learner participation, interest and understanding in subject areas that are policy or legislation based. You may choose to provide an example of how you have done this in the past. 
 
Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.
 
Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.


To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:
• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.


Part of our assessment process may include online and/or telephone capability testing therefore you may be contacted to participate.
 
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
 
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 12 months.
 
For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here
 
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. 

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