The Victoria Police Forensic Services is an accredited laboratory that provides a skilled forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice, and the public.

Victoria Police

Forensic Services

Fingerprint Sciences Group

Ongoing and fixed term VPS-2 Administration Officer roles available

About the Unit:

Units within the Fingerprint Sciences Group (FSG) comprise VPS staff, Forensic Officers and Police members undertaking activities associated with the provision of a fingerprint service to the State of Victoria. This includes scene and laboratory-based recovery of fingerprints, comparison of unknown and known fingerprints and management of known fingerprints in accordance with Section 464 of the Victorian Crimes Act 1958 .

About the Role:

This role contributes towards ensuring the quality of fingerprint service delivery by providing support in relation to fingerprint administrative duties and maintenance of 10-print fingerprint records.

As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:

- Accurate data entry of casework and person details for the purpose of communicating results and recording 10-print fingerprint sets.
- Provide general administrative assistance, respond to customer enquiries, maintain office records and compile reports.
- Update and maintain record systems including the Law Enforcement Assistance Program (LEAP) and the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS) for management of 10-print fingerprint records.
- Liaise with police informants and other internal and external groups to provide information and assist with workflows.
- Ensure the integrity of fingerprint-related information on the LEAP and NAFIS databases.
- Compile documentation required to provide court statements of fingerprint evidence and attend in a timely manner to correspondence from informants and supervisors regarding court matters.
- Maintain records,



filing systems and distribute documentation relevant to fingerprint casework.

Skills & Experience

As the successful applicant, you will have:

- Demonstrated experience in performing a range of administrative support duties including the preparation of reports and correspondence, minute taking and basic research activities.
- Appropriate word processing and computer skills including the ability to develop and maintain appropriate work recording and monitoring systems.
- Proven organisational and problem-solving skills and the ability to undertake and complete competing activities within acceptable timeframes.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior police members, external agencies, and other personnel.
- Demonstrated ability to function within a team environment and deal appropriately with sensitive and highly confidential information and issues.
- An understanding of the customer service requirements of the position and a demonstrated record of strong commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
- A proven record of ethical behaviour and a commitment to the Victoria Police Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Organisational Values.

Requirements and relevant information:

- Ongoing and fixed term VPS-2 Administration Officer position available.
- Position is located at 31 Forensic Drive, Macleod, Victoria.
- Salary Range - $62,104 - $79,753
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only)
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
- We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.

📌 Administration Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Victoria Police
📍 Melbourne