Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melbourne VIC
Lead important investigations that strengthen trust in Victoria's racing industry.
Guide a skilled team handling complaints, audits and complex integrity matters.
Work closely with the Racing Integrity Commissioner on high-impact decisions.
Grow your leadership while helping protect fairness and public confidence.
Ongoing full-time role earning $142,790 - $191,084 per year, plus super.
About us
The Racing Integrity Commissioner is appointed as an independent statutory officer under Part IA of the Racing Act **** (Vic). The Commissioner provides independent integrity oversight of the Victorian Racing Industry (VRI), including assurance of the three racing controlling bodies' (Racing Victoria Ltd, Harness RacingVictoriaand Greyhound Racing Victoria) performance of integrity functions.
The Commissioner receives funding and administrative support from the Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) and is supported in the performance of their functions by staff, who are employees within the Community Safety, Victims and Racing group.
What you will do
As integrity operations manager, you will lead the Commissioner's complaints, investigations and audit work.
You will help improve integrity, transparency and ethical conduct across Victoria's racing industry.
You will:
lead a
skilled
team to assess complaints, enquiries and referrals and decide the
right
response
conduct
complex
investigations, gather evidence, prepare reports and support audits and reviews
provide
clear
, evidence-based advice, recommendations and decisions on integrity risks and emerging issues
develop
practical
policies, tools, templates, training and reporting processes that improve complaint and investigation work
build
solid
working relationships, mentor team members and support
accurate
reporting and continuous improvement.




About you
Relevant qualifications or training in investigations, compliance, auditing, administrative law or regulatory enforcement are highly desirable. Equivalent investigation experience, experience leading teams and work in a public sector, ombudsman or integrity setting will be highly regarded.
You should also have:
strong knowledge
of investigations, audits, procedural fairness and administrative decision-making
proven experience
managing complaints and investigations in a regulatory, legal or integrity setting
sound judgement
to assess risk, identify systemic issues and provide
evidence-based
advice
excellent communication
and
people leadership
skills to build relationships, mentor others and lead through change.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Elissa Watson at ******.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
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📌 Integrity Operations Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 the Racing Integrity Commissioner
📍 Melbourne