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 shape major criminal law reform across Victoria.
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Lead a skilled team delivering work that matters.
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Advise senior decision-makers on complex legal issues.
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Work at the centre of government during significant reforms.
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A fixed-term, full-time role for 3 years, earning $142,790 - $166,938 plus super per year.
What you will do
As manager, criminal law policy, you will lead work that helps shape Victoria's criminal justice system.
You will guide reform projects and support the Attorney-General's priorities in a fast-moving environment.
You will:
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lead a team delivering complex criminal law reform work
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provide expert advice to senior leaders and government
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work across teams to address challenging policy issues
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prepare high-quality cabinet, parliamentary and ministerial documents
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build an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing team culture.
About you
You must hold a tertiary qualification in law.
Experience working in justice policy or government is highly desirable.
You should also have:
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experience leading complex policy projects within the justice system
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strong people leadership and team management skills
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expertise in legal policy, legal practice or law reform, ideally in criminal law
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the ability to communicate clearly, influence others and adapt to changing priorities.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Philippa Ross 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.
