Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

COMMISSIONED OFFICERS (MANAGEMENT) provide high level management to support the running of organisational, geographical and operational units and sections within the defence forces and fire and police services.

Indicative Skill Level:

In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

establishing administrative and operational procedures by taking account of the organisation's operating environment;
making policy decisions and accepting responsibility for operations, performance of staff, achievement of targets and adherence to budgets, standards and procedures;
establishing lines of control and delegating responsibilities to subordinate staff;
representing the organisation in dealings with other organisations and the public;
controlling the collection and interpretation of management information to monitor performance;
controlling the use of, and accounting for, the assets and facilities of the organisation;
preparing budgets and other management plans;
preparing reports, authorising the release of information, and handling public relations activities.

Occupations:

139111 Commissioned Defence Force Officer
139112 Commissioned Fire Officer
139113 Commissioned Police Officer