ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Review draft or existing legislation

1.1 Information on legislation and draft legislation is identified and organised in a format suitable for analysis, interpretation and dissemination in accordance with organisational requirements.

1.2 Procedures are implemented to ensure consistency in interpretation of legislation.

1.3 Interpretations are prepared as required in a format appropriate to the audience, purpose and context.

1.4 Reasoned argument and evidence are incorporated into the interpretation.

1.5 Legal opinion is sought for clarification, where appropriate.

1.6 Legislation or draft legislation is circulated to relevant personnel.

1.7 Clients and other stakeholders are consulted about their views on draft legislation or existing legislation.

1.8 Effect of legislation on relevant parties and council is identified.

2 Contribute to amendments of draft or existing legislation

2.1 Effect of legislation is assessed and amendments are developed.

2.2 Objectives of amendments are clearly defined and consistent with organisational requirements.

2.3 Amendments are supported by evidence and incorporated into reports.

3 Provide advice and feedback on appropriate action

3.1 Reviews of legislation or draft legislation are documented and presented in accordance with organisational requirements .

3.2 Council's view is developed through consultation with relevant parties.

3.3 Lobbying channels are activated where appropriate.

3.4. Council's adopted position is documented and forwarded to the relevant body.

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

Required Skills

analytical and research

decision making

evaluation

communication and consultation

ethics and accountability

networking

literacy

proofreading and editing

writing

problem solving

interpretive

comparative analysis

planning and organising activities

Required Knowledge

local government processes, policies and priorities

state or federal government processes, policies and priorities

organisational processes, policies and priorities

contexts for policies, people and the organisation

qualitative and quantitative processes

information management systems and methods

research processes and strategies

interpretation of legislation

drafting legislation

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to:

review legislation or draft legislation for effectiveness and relevancy to the organisation's current and future operations

consult with relevant parties

analyse and interpret legislation and suggest amendments

prepare a reasoned interpretation of legislation, including the identification of implications

Context of assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.

Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.

Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.

Resource implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace.

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Legislation and draft legislation may include:

local government act

equal opportunity

industrial relations

awards

occupational health and safety

environmental

state planning laws

state health laws

community services

Clients and other stakeholders may include:

rate payers

staff

elected members

community groups and representatives

local businesses

government agencies

Research and consultation strategies may include:

group and individual structured, semi-structured or unstructured interview

conversation by phone or face to face

observation and listening

attendance at workshops, meetings and forums

documentation reviews

interviewing colleagues and clients

focus groups

data analysis