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 laws and policy that improve community safety.
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Work on major reforms that support policing across Victoria.
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Give advice to senior leaders and government decision-makers.
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Join a skilled team and tackle complex public policy challenges.
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A fixed-term, full-time role until 10th September 2027 earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As senior policy officer, you will help deliver policy and legislative reform that supports safer communities.
You will work on important projects and provide advice that helps shape government decisions.
You will:
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develop policy, legislative and regulatory reform proposals
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conduct research and analyse complex issues affecting policing and community safety
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prepare clear briefings, reports, submissions and correspondence for a range of audiences
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provide strategic advice to ministers, executives and decision-makers
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build strong working relationships and contribute to a positive team culture.
About you
A law degree or equivalent qualification is desirable.
You should be comfortable working with legislation, policy and government processes.
You should also have:
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strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex legislation
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sound knowledge of Cabinet and Parliamentary processes
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critical thinking and the ability to solve problems from different perspectives
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excellent communication skills and the ability to build productive working relationships.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Leah Bloch 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.
