We offer a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate team that together deliver world-class electoral services at the core of our Australian democracy. We have people, with a wide range of expertise and experience, working in a diverse range of roles, in many locations around the country. Where we are similar is that we all support Australians to have their say in our democracy – and this is something that we think really counts.
We offer a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate team that together deliver world-class electoral services at the core of our Australian democracy. We have people, with a wide range of expertise and experience, working in a diverse range of roles, in many locations around the country. Where we are similar is that we all support Australians to have their say in our democracy – and this is something that we think really counts.
We are a smaller agency where you can develop strong connections with colleagues and supportive networks, as we all work to deliver an impartial and independent electoral system with high integrity.
At the AEC you also get to see a tangible outcome for your work: most notably the delivery of a federal election, as well as other electoral events and services – and you do this while receiving great employment conditions and benefits.
Whether you are starting out, looking to take your skills to the next level, or your career in a new direction - or whether you thought working in the public service wasn't for you – consider the AEC, where we will support you to be your best.
We have a wide range of ongoing and short-term roles located Australia-wide, which range from entry-level to professional and specialist positions. Check out the current vacancies for your opportunity to join our team.
To work in the Australian Public Service, you must meet conditions mandated by the Public Service Act 1999 and the AEC Enterprise Agreement 2016-19. This includes the following.
Applicants are required to meet the conditions of the AEC's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy which outlines that all AEC staff must have received their recommended primary (general population) dosage of any Approved Vaccine at that time, or have an exemption approved by an AEC Delegate. Currently, primary doses means you have had two doses of an approved vaccine. However if you are required under state or territory guidelines to have a booster vaccination to perform particular duties, you will be required to have additional dose(s) when eligible. The Federal Government recommendations on primary doses may change over time and the recommendations of that time will apply as the AEC definition.
When you start with the Australian Public Service, you'll be under a 6-month probationary period. During this time we help you understand what is required of you in your new role, and we assess your suitability for the AEC and the job.
Former staff of any APS agency or the Australian Parliamentary Service who have received a redundancy benefit are excluded from employment with the AEC until the redundancy benefit period from that employer has expired. Your exclusion period is linked to the level of redundancy benefit you have received. Further information regarding exclusion periods is provided on the APSC website.
The work that you do at the AEC makes a difference to all Australia – and the conditions that we have to offer will make a positive contribution to you and your career.
Our flexible work arrangements, provide you with:
The terms and conditions for all APS employees engaged at the AEC are specified in the AEC Enterprise Agreement 2016–2019.