Independent hierarchy and classification report
Background
The independent APS Hierarchy and Classification Review was commissioned in 2021.
An independent panel was appointed to oversee the Review, bringing a wealth of experience and understanding of the APS operating environment. The panel was comprised of Dr Heather Smith PSM, Ms Kathryn Fagg AO FTSE and Mr Finn Pratt AO PSM. The Review examined SES and non‑SES classification levels against best practice and emerging workforce needs. You can read more on the Terms of Reference page.
The panel was supported by the APSC’s project team to carry out strategic engagement and to draw on domestic and international learnings – including lessons from the APS’s role in supporting the Government’s response to COVID-19.
The Review process included extensive consultation including with APS staff and their representatives, APS agencies and representatives from state and territory governments, international jurisdictions and the private sector.
A public submission process in mid-2021 received 105 contributions over a four week period. Most of the submissions received came from individuals, largely employees of the Australian Public Service. Submissions were also received from a number of government entities and staff associations. Authors chose if they wanted their submission to be published, and were also able to request anonymity (i.e. that their name not be published with the submission). Submissions were checked for privacy requirements in our terms and conditions. Some were published with personal information or third party references redacted.
Submissions can be viewed via Converlens APS Hierarchy and Classification Review Submissions - APS Hierarchy and Classification Review- external site. The submissions published on this page are owned by the relevant organisations and individuals, and as such they are responsible for the factual accuracy of these documents at the time of publishing. The views contained in these submissions represent the views of the authors and are not necessarily those of the APSC or the Australian Government.
Thank you to everyone who made a submission to the APS Hierarchy and Classification Review. Your experiences and ideas were invaluable to the panel in preparing their recommendations.