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?
- Manage confiscation matters that help support Victoria's justice system.
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Work with court processes, property matters and skilled public service professionals.
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Build your legal and analytical skills across varied and meaningful work.
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Enjoy an ongoing role with real responsibility and opportunities to learn.
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Ongoing, full-time role earning $81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus super.
About Us:
Victims, Redress and Systems Reform (VRSR) is part of the Community Safety, Victims and Racing Group within the Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS). VRSR is responsible for the delivery and reform of services to victims of crime, placing victims at the centre of our justice system, as well as direct service provision through a range of programs including the Victims of Crime Helpline, Victims Register and the Victims Assistance Program.
Asset Confiscation Operations (ACO) is a business unit within VRSR that is responsible for the management and realisation of restrained and forfeited property, and the enforcement of pecuniary penalty orders, in accordance with the Confiscation Act 1997 (the Act) and other relevant legislation. Property can be restrained to satisfy restitution or compensation orders in favour of victims of crime which creates synergies between ACO and VRSR's support services.
What you will do
As confiscation officer, you will manage confiscation matters under limited supervision.
You will make sound decisions, prepare clear written advice and help deliver fair and timely outcomes.
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manage confiscation files and restrained assets under the Confiscation Act 1997 and department procedures
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interpret court orders and carry out accurate enforcement action
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investigate and enforce pecuniary penalty orders using effective intelligence gathering and civil enforcement methods
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prepare clear briefs, memoranda and advice for management and court matters
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build strong working relationships with Victoria Police, the Office of Public Prosecutions, courts, government agencies and financial institutions.
About you
A tertiary qualification in law, public policy, criminal justice or a related field is desirable. You should understand the Confiscation Act 1997 or be able to quickly learn and apply its requirements.
You should also have:
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strong written communication skills for reports, correspondence, briefings and advice
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the ability to interpret legislation and apply it in day-to-day work
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sound analytical skills to solve problems and manage competing priorities
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a collaborative and inclusive approach, with 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 Paul Dimitros 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, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
