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?
- Keep prison finance records accurate and support important daily operations.
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Help manage prisoner funds, payments and financial records with care.
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Work in a stable ongoing role that supports rehabilitation and community safety.
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Build your finance skills in a supportive correctional centre environment.
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Ongoing, full-time role earning $62,104 - $79,753 per year, plus super.
About Us
Hopkins Correctional Centre is a medium security prison located in Western Victoria housing up to 798 people. The prison takes a multi-disciplinary approach that promotes active participation in activities structured to assist with rehabilitation and reintegration back to community at end of sentence.
What you will do
As justice officer – finance, you will help deliver accurate finance services at Hopkins Correctional Centre.
You will support daily finance operations while keeping records complete, accurate and on time.
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process accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, data entry and financial reporting
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manage prisoner private monies, receipts and deductions using the prisoner finance system
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maintain accurate electronic and paper records that meet department policies and legal requirements
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prepare routine correspondence and reports and support purchasing, banking and petty cash
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work with prison staff to support prisoner transfers, reception, discharge and finance activities.
About you
You do not need formal qualifications for this role. Experience in administration or finance will help you succeed. This role includes direct contact with prisoners and may require weekend and public holiday work.
You should also have:
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experience in purchasing, accounts payable, cash handling or other finance tasks
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strong computer skills and confidence using office software and equipment
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knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and finance procedures
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good problem-solving skills, respectful communication and the ability to work well with others.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Tracy Foley 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.
