Description:
About the role:
An exciting opportunity exists for a full time Fixed Term VPS-6 Solution Architect with significant experience with UKG Workforce Management Pro (WFM Pro) to shape the overall architecture of the Enterprise Rostering and Timesheets (Rostering) project.The Rostering Project will deliver a large scale, single enterprise wide rostering and timesheet solution for Victoria Police.
The objective of the project is to consolidate Victoria Police's various rostering and timesheet tool sets and processes into a unified solution that will deliver efficiencies and benefits forll Victoria Police employees.
The Rostering project scope includes:
- Timesheets
- integration with existing systems,
- complements existing rostering arrangements,
- plans, forecasts, and manages shifts and leave,
- is available on approved Victoria Police fixed and mobile devices,
- complies with Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) and generates alerts for breaches and
- generates timesheets based on the roster.
IGAD is part of the Corporate and Regulatory Services Portfolio and strengthens partnership between Victoria Police investment functions and governance, reporting and assurance functions.
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.
Your duties will include:
- Lead, manage and develop the functional and technical architecture design of the UKG Workforce Management Pro (WFM Pro) solution for the Rostering Project.
- Work with system integrators, other technical providers and departments of Victoria Police to ensure the solution is integrated into the Victoria Police environment and the solution architecture design is fit for purpose.
- Develop the solution architecture to meet the needs of the Rostering Project, employing best practice methodologies and frameworks and solution architecture design.
- Develop solution architecture and associated documentation and artefacts that are in-line with established principles, frameworks and guidelines.
- Collaborate with the Enterprise Architect, Domain Architects, and internal and vendor teams to produce said solution designs and roadmaps.
- Provide expert advice to the project team and departmental leaders as to the most appropriate design and solution architecture options for UKG WFM Pro system solutions.
- Lead design workshops including technical meetings with the business and project stakeholders to enable development of the Victoria Police solution.
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
- Extensive UKG WFM Pro experience and knowledge (e.g. module knowledge and module configuration).
- Demonstrated capability in UKG WFM Pro design, documentation, configuration and testing during implementation.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience working with UKG WFM Pro software and solution design within a large and complex organisational deployment.
- Experience with:
- Solution Architecture, including Solution Architecture Diagrams and documentation.
- Integration architecture including API gateway platforms and ESB / event driven architecture.
- Information Security / Cybersecurity controls
- Cloud and SaaS architecture and technologies
- Highly developed conceptual, analytical, problem solving, and organisational skills combined with an agile approach that displays and understanding of the bigger picture and key issues in complex situations.
- Demonstrated experience and a record of achievement in the provision of timely and accurate advice to senior management on strategic issues.
Further Information:
- One (1) x full-time, fixed term for one (1) year from date of commencement position available.
- This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
- We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.
Your application must include:
- Resume
- Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement.
Applications close midnight, Sunday 18 May 2025.
Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms; Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) website, Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic) or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.
For further information, please contact: Denise Courtney on (03) 8533 0010 or Denise.Courtney@police.vic.gov.au.
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004.
About Us:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.
In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.
We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”
If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.
Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps