Location:
Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference:
VG/D*****/AUG/****
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 social justice programs that support people across Victoria.
Lead clear engagement plans and guide important conversations.
Help improve services for people affected by fines.
Build strong relationships while making a real social impact.
Ongoing full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.
About us
ESS forms part of Civil and Enforcement Services (CES) which sits within the Justice Services and Regulation division.



In addition to its core responsibilities, ESS manages a range of social justice initiatives such as the Work and Development Permit Scheme, the Family Violence Scheme, the Time Served Scheme, the Prison Program Scheme and Special Circumstances, all aimed at supporting vulnerable individuals who are impacted by infringement or court fines.
What you will do
As senior engagement officer, social justice, you will lead work that supports social justice programs.
You will help people understand these programs and make them easier to deliver.
You will:
lead
clear
engagement plans that support social justice programs and meet legal requirements.
provide
expert
advice to people across the department and outside it.
build
strong
relationships and help people work together on shared goals.
represent Fines Victoria at senior meetings, workshops and forums when needed.
develop
useful
training, information and responses to complaints and other correspondence.
About you
A relevant tertiary degree or equivalent qualification and experience would be desirable.
You will have experience coordinating and managing work with external organisations. You will also have experience working in a legislative, policy or procedural setting.
You should also have:
strong




communication skills and the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
good
judgement and the ability to handle difficult or sensitive matters.
inclusive
ways of working that help people share knowledge and ideas.
practical
problem-solving skills and a focus on improving services.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Andrea Bowman at .
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.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child safety 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 setting for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
Applications close Tuesday 25 August
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📌 Senior Engagement Officer, Social Justice (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne