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PSPLAND507A
Undertake land acquisitions_withdrawals

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Not applicable.

This unit covers acquisition (or resumption) of interests in land or land withdrawals under lease conditions. It includes determining an acquisition/withdrawal strategy, undertaking negotiated and compulsory acquisitions/withdrawals, and processing notifications for acquisition of interests.

In practice, undertaking land acquisitions/withdrawals may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as working ethically, complying with legislation, coordinating and using resources.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service

PSPGOV503B Coordinate resource allocation and usage

PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis

PSPGOV505A Promote diversity

PSPGOV507A Undertake negotiations

PSPGOV508A Manage conflict

PSPGOV517A Coordinate risk management

PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

land acquisition/withdrawals undertaken in a range of (2 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to land acquisition/withdrawals

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when undertaking land acquisitions/withdrawals

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when undertaking land acquisitions/withdrawals, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

land acquisition/withdrawals undertaken in a range of (2 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

portfolios

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

interpreting legislation, regulations, policies and practices relating to public land management in general and land acquisition/withdrawals in particular

undertaking historical tenure and land use search

generating documents to organisational standards

writing reports requiring formality of language and structure

lodging acquisition documents

consulting and negotiating with diverse stakeholders including Aboriginal people and their legal representatives

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

applying public sector legislation including occupational health and safety and environment in the context of land acquisition/withdrawals

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

legislation, policies and procedures relating to public land administration, land management and development

legislation, policies and associated protocols relating to land acquisitions

principles of natural justice and administrative law in relation to dealing with affected parties

methods and approaches to acquisition

valuation, property and town planning issues

negotiation and consultation methods to suit a diverse range of stakeholders

delegations and approval processes

public sector legislation including occupational health and safety and environment in the context of land acquisition/withdrawals

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Legislation, policy and procedures may include:

legislation related to public land administration

public sector legislation such as equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination, diversity, occupational health and safety

privacy legislation and freedom of information

public sector standards

jurisdictional and organisational code/s of practice and code/s of ethics

organisational standards

industry standards

Interests in land may include:

freehold interest

leasehold interest

easement

native title interest

Acquisition/withdrawal strategy may include:

compulsory:

taking

negotiated

surrender

land exchange

withdrawal under lease conditions

Organisational procedures may be:

regulatory requirements

industry practices

manual or electronic applications

Organisational procedures may be specified in:

office practice guidelines

workplace notices

computer training manuals

Interested parties may include:

traditional owners

native title applicants

legal representatives

Aboriginal people with an interest in an area

representative bodies

State/Territory/Federal governments

private developers

private land owners

National Native Title Tribunal

community interest groups

Local Governments

public

Type of compulsory acquisition/withdrawal may be:

public works

urban sites

non-urban sites

rural leases

Organisational standards may be:

industry standards, such as land titles office standards

Issues may include:

valuation

survey

planning

compensation

legal matters

technical issues

native title issues

Aboriginal heritage issues

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Land is identified/located and legislation, policy and procedures relating to the acquisition/withdrawal of interests in the land are accessed and requirements confirmed. 
A historical and land use search is conducted to determine the most suitable acquisition/withdrawal strategy. 
Method and process for acquisition/withdrawal are determined in accordance with organisational policy and procedures . 
The urgency with which the process is required to be completed is assessed and factored into the acquisition strategy. 
Interested parties are identified and consulted in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements. 
Submissions, documentation, reports and briefings are prepared relative to the proposed acquisition/withdrawal in accordance with organisational standards, and delegate approvals are obtained/granted. 
Where negotiations are undertaken for an acquiring authority, instructions, indemnification and funding are received prior to commencement of negotiations. 
Negotiations are undertaken diligently/in good faith as required by legislation in accordance with organisational limits for negotiations. 
Contracts, registration documentation and clearances are arranged and a notification is lodged in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Proceedings are documented in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Where a negotiated agreement cannot be reached, support and information are provided for the organisation to proceed to compulsory acquisition/withdrawal. 
The type of compulsory acquisition/withdrawal is identified. 
Confirmation that negotiated acquisition/withdrawal was diligently attempted is obtained. 
Notice/s of intention for compulsory acquisition/withdrawal are prepared in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures. 
Procedures for dealing with objections are identified and used. 
Advertisement and registration documentation are prepared and presented in accordance with organisational standards. 
Notice of intention is lodged in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Issues are identified for which expert advice and consideration are required. 
Valuation, survey, planning or legal advice is obtained as required. 
Parties to the acquisition/withdrawal are consulted as required. 
A report is prepared and submitted in accordance with organisational protocols and delegations. 

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