• Melbourne CBD location with WFH flexibility.
• Collaborate and contribute to all facets of recruiting.
• Fixed term, full time VPS Grade 3 opportunity.

Do you have previous experience working in Recruitment? Do you love working in a fast-paced environment? Are you meticulous and well-organised? Join a highly skilled and passionate team!

About us

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) aims to build a just, safe, and resilient Victoria.

The Recruitment Services team within People, Safety, Culture and Communications provide expert consultation and support to DJCS on all recruitment related matters.

About the Role

Fixed term until 31/12/2026, VPS Grade 3: $79,122 - $96,073 including super.

As a Recruitment Administration Officer, you will be an essential part of our dynamic team, helping us identify, attract, and match candidates to rewarding job opportunities.

• Develop job advertisements and advertise on relevant recruitment platforms such as Careers Vic, SEEK and LinkedIn
• Screen applications and schedule interviews
• Conduct telephone interviews and reference checks
• Facilitate face-to-face assessment activities
• Coordinate pre-employment medicals and security clearances
• Produce employment documentation
• Support the onboarding process
• Maintain databases
• General recruitment administration

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

What you'll need to succeed

• Keen interest in recruitment
• Proven success in providing service excellence
• Proactive and positive approach with a strong team ethic
• High level of professionalism
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with candidates and stakeholders
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong administrative skills
• Well organised and ability to manage competing priorities and multiple tasks efficiently.

Qualifications

• While recruitment experience is advantageous, it's not a prerequisite as we provide comprehensive training. We value willingness to learn, initiative and commitment.

What we offer

• A collaborative, experienced team that supports your growth and development
• Excellent location with refurbished office, EOT facilities, all amenities nearby and public transport on the doorstep
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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.