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
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- Provide subject matter expertise in relation to contract operations, service delivery, and performance
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1x Full time ongoing opportunities to work within Corrections Victoria
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COG Grade 4: $110,969 - $135,401 plus superannuation
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COG and VPS staff are encouraged to apply
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking one Senior Assurance Officers to provide a critical role within Corrections Victoria.
About the Business Unit
The Contracts and Infrastructure Branch are responsible for contract management, commercial oversight and advisory services, as well as the effective management and maintenance of all Corrections and Justice Services' prison and related infrastructure. This includes:
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The management and oversight of major contracts including those for private prisons.
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Representing the Corrections and Justice Services' interests on infrastructure and construction projects to ensure the best possible outcome for stakeholders and commercial partners.
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The development and implementation of all required systems, processes and policies to sustain this diverse asset portfolio.
The Contract Management Team sits within the Contracts and Infrastructure Branch and is responsible for the management of the two Private Prison Contracts and Justice Transport Services Contract.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager / Contract Manager, the Senior Assurance Officer will play a critical role in ensuring operator accountability for operations across Ravenhall Correctional Centre / Fulham Correctional Centre, working in partnership with the private prison contract management teams. The Senior Assurance Officer will provide advice to the Contract Manager and General Manager on operations and service delivery performance at the private prisons, according to contractual requirements.
In addition to office-based activities, aspects of this role are predominantly conducted on-site at prison locations, which may involve overnight travel. This role will be required to visit prisons at least three days per week to undertake performance monitoring obligations and to build strong relationships with prison operational staff.
Some of your duties will include:
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Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and manage stakeholders, including conducting sensitive and high-stakes discussions to elicit critical information and support informed decision-making.
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Prepare detailed reports, briefings, communicating complex information clearly and effectively.
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Contribute to the management of CV's contract obligations, including providing advice on prison operations and performance against requirements and through compliance and performance reviews, supporting compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory standards in all aspects of prison operations.
To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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An understanding of contemporary prisoner management and correctional practices and sound knowledge of prison operations.
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Computer literate with a working knowledge of the full range of Microsoft Windows and MS Office application suite software.
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A full and current Victorian driver's licence or a minimum P2 driver's licence.
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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) 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.
