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 deliver workforce programs that support youth justice across Victoria.
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Keep projects, records and meetings running smoothly every day.
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Build strong administration and data skills in a supportive team.
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See your work help improve services for children and young people.
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Fixed term, full-time role earning $81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus super.
About us
Youth Justice is responsible for the statutory supervision of children and young people in contact with the criminal justice system in Victoria. Children and young people who are involved in Youth Justice are either supervised in the community, or within custodial services. Youth Justice works with children and young people to address their offending behaviour and help them achieve positive change in their lives; and works closely with families, stakeholders and service partners to promote opportunities for young people's rehabilitation.
What you will do
As administration officer, you will provide high-quality administration and coordination support to the workforce strategy and support team.
You will help the team deliver workforce programs through accurate records, data and day-to-day support.
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provide high-quality administration support, prepare documents and produce reports
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maintain accurate workforce data, spreadsheets, records and document registers
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coordinate meetings, workshops and team events, including papers, bookings and follow-up actions
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manage shared inboxes, respond to enquiries and refer matters when needed
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support workforce projects, improve efficient processes and follow relevant laws, policies and procedures.
About you
A tertiary qualification in human resource management, organisational design, workforce planning or a similar field is desirable.
You should also have:
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strong Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills, including advanced Excel formulas, pivot tables and charts
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critical thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and make informed decisions
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the ability to use data to prepare reports and support planning
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effective communication skills, an inclusive approach and the ability to build positive working relationships.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Eddie Malkin 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 safet y 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.
