The role of an analyst within a Family Violence Investigation unit (FVIU) is to increase the divisional and tactical level intelligence support for FVIU's to effectively target serious family violence offending.
The FVIU analyst reports to the OIC of the FVIU.
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.
As the successful applicant your duties will include:
- Support family violence investigations through the collation and analysis of information.
- The FVIU analyst will triage Family Violence reports, identifying high risk incidents or parties required to be managed by the FVIU.
- Make high quality recommendations based on the analysis of intelligence and statistical data including identifying factors which contribute to Family Violence Incidents.
- Identify and evaluate emerging patterns and trends.
- Identify, assess and report on specific persons of interest.
- Monitor Persons released from custody and assess the management needs of the person related to reducing Family Violence risks.
- Liaise with and develop good working relationships with potential sources of information from within Victoria Police and externally.
As the successful applicant, you will have:
- Excellent use of computer systems
- Proven analytical skills
- Proven skills in criminal intelligence
- Excellent understanding of Family Violence practices and services
- Self motivated and shows initiative to work effectively autonomously
- Ability to work in a small team and collaboratively to achieve team goals and reduce risks of serious harm to Victim survivors of Family violence
Further Information:
- One Full time Ongoing position for 38 hours per week
- VPS3: $81,496 - $98,955 per annum plus superannuation
- The usual place of work will be Barwon MDC 59 - 63 Spring Street, Geelong West. However, you may be expected to work out of any location within Western Region Division 1, as required.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
- The successful applicant 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.
- 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.
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, Monday 31st August 2026.
Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through the Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.
For further information, please contact: Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Leah MARRINER on (03) 5246 8101 or [email protected].
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 [email protected] 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.
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