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 team that supports Victoria's volunteer honorary justice program.
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Help improve services for justices of the peace and bail justices across the state.
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Build a skilled team and shape better policies, training and support.
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Enjoy meaningful work that strengthens Victoria's justice system every day.
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Ongoing, full-time role earning $142,790 - $191,084 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As manager, honorary justice services support, you will lead the team that supports Victoria's volunteer honorary justice program.
You will help deliver trusted advice, improve services and build a positive team culture.
You will:
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lead a high-performing team that delivers operational, administrative and policy support to honorary justices
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provide authoritative advice to senior leaders and government about honorary justice appointments and performance
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oversee effective training, policies, processes and service improvements for volunteer honorary justices
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prepare clear reports and advice on complex matters, including complaints and enquiries
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build strong working relationships across government to improve services and support reform.
About you
A relevant tertiary qualification is highly desirable. Experience leading people and delivering services within legislative frameworks is important. Knowledge of volunteer programs is desirable.
You should also have:
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strong people leadership skills that help others succeed
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sound judgement to solve complex problems and improve services
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excellent communication skills to build trusted working relationships
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proven ability to lead change and deliver better outcomes for the community.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Marco Boscaglia 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.
