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?
- Help people access important justice services every day.
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Build broad administration skills across a range of community services.
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Work across different locations and gain varied, practical experience.
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Join a supportive team that values respect, learning and inclusion.
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Fixed term, full-time role earning $62,104 - $79,753 per year, plus super.
About us
The Justice Officer is a position in Corrections and Justice Services within the Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS), North West Metropolitan Area (NWMA).
Located across the NWMA are fourteen non-custodial locations in the Melbourne CBD, Broadmeadows, Coolaroo, Reservoir, South Morang, Melton, Sunshine, Werribee, Derrimut, Laverton, Tullamarine and Epping, plus the Neighbourhood Justice Centre in Collingwood, and the Court Services Unit at the Melbourne Magistrates Court. There are four Youth Justice office locations in Broadmeadows, Reservoir, Werribee and Sunshine.
What you will do
As justice officer, you will provide administration and client services that help people access justice services across Melbourne's northwest.
You will support different program areas and may work at other justice service locations when needed.
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provide clear information and process applications for clients and the public
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deliver high-quality administration support across community corrections, sheriff operations and other regional services
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complete accurate records, correspondence, data entry and mail management
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provide reliable support for finance, procurement, human resources, fleet and facilities
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identify practical improvements, support service delivery across locations and provide relief duties when required.
About you
No mandatory qualifications are required for this role. A current driver's licence is preferred but not essential because you may travel to other locations.
You should also have:
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strong computer skills
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work well with others and support shared goals
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provide respectful service to people from diverse backgrounds
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show good judgement, adapt to change and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Eva Kafkalas 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 see k 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.
