At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Lead a skilled team that helps shape how sheriff services work across Victoria.
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Write clear policies and improve systems that support fair and lawful services.
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Enjoy a varied role where your advice helps guide important decisions.
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Build your leadership skills while making a real difference for Victorians.
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Ongoing, full-time role earning $142,790 - $191,084 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As manager, governance and business improvement, you will lead work that improves how the sheriff's office operates.
You will guide a team, deliver practical improvements and provide trusted advice that supports lawful and consistent services.
You will:
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lead a team to deliver effective governance, policies, procedures and business improvement work
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design, deliver and review clear operating policies, service standards, instructions and forms
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provide high-quality advice, reports and briefings on complex operational matters
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build strong working relationships that support business improvement and operational performance
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monitor key risks, improve processes and lead complex projects that support organisational goals.
About you
A tertiary qualification in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience is desirable. Experience leading policy, governance or business improvement work will help you succeed in this role.
You should also have:
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strong experience developing operational policies, processes and guidance material
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proven ability to lead business improvement and strategic policy work
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excellent research, writing and problem-solving skills
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confident leadership and the ability to build productive working relationships.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Cushla Raina at
[email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, de liver services to, or are impacted by our work.
