- Help people access justice services and find the support they need.
- Provide front-line service and keep vital office tasks running smoothly.
- Build your skills across a range of justice services and office duties.
- Make a real difference through helpful service to your local community.
- Fixed-term (until 12/03/2027), full-time role earning $62,104 - $79,753 per year, plus super.

About us

The Justice Officer is a position in Corrections and Justice Services within the Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS), North West Metropolitan Area (NWMA).

Located across the NWMA are fourteen non-custodial locations in the Melbourne CBD, Broadmeadows, Coolaroo, Reservoir, South Morang, Melton, Sunshine, Werribee, Derrimut, Laverton, Tullamarine and Thomastown, plus the Neighbourhood Justice Centre in Collingwood, and the Court Services Unit at the Melbourne Magistrates Court. There are four Youth Justice office locations in Broadmeadows, Reservoir, Werribee and Sunshine.

What you will do

As a justice officer, you will help people access justice services at South Morang Justice Service Centre. You will provide friendly service, manage records and support staff across a range of programs.

You will:

- give clear, accurate advice to clients and the public about justice services
- process forms, manage records and prepare letters, reports and other documents
- provide reliable admin support to community corrections and sheriff operations
- help with finance, staff records, fleet and office needs
- support other local offices when needed and suggest ways to improve services.

About you

Advanced computer skills are desirable, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, appointment booking and internet use. A driver licence is preferred but not essential, as you may need to work at other local offices.





You should also have:

- strong computer skills and confidence using different systems
- good teamwork skills and a willingness to help others
- clear communication skills to answer questions and solve problems
- a flexible, respectful approach when helping people from diverse backgrounds.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Pooja Sharma at ************@justice.vic.gov.au.

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 protected and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

📌 Justice Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety Vic
📍 Melbourne