• Provide finance, procurement, and administrative functions related to a range of operational and strategic functions
• Great opportunity with an ongoing role within a busy and supportive team
• VPS3 salary: $79,122 to $96,073 plus superannuation

About Us:

The Security and Intelligence Division is responsible for the acquittal of several key strategic functions within Corrections Victoria including Security Risk Management, Electronic Monitoring, Correctional Emergency Response, and Emergency Management including exercising plans and contingencies, and Intelligence.

The Security Standards Unit (SSU) is responsible for several of these strategic functions focused on Security Risk Management, Physical Security, Annual Procedural Security Reviews, Schematic Plans, and State-Wide Locksmith Services and maintaining a range of policy documents. The SSU is responsible for monitoring the minimum-security requirements for all prisons and secure locations on an annual basis, as well as ensuring that the standards are reviewed regularly. The unit also provides assistance, advice and support to Corrections Victoria relating to Security, Security Risk Management, Fire Response and Emerging Technology.

About the Role:

The Administration Support Officer reports to the Project Manager, SSU and supports the unit in the delivery of ongoing and ad-hoc projects including complex programs of work. The role provides finance, procurement, and administrative functions related to a range of operational and strategic functions of the SSU. The role operates within a complex and dynamic environment that requires the capacity to be well organised and deliver work within strict timeframes, along with the ability to liaise with staff and key stakeholders within and external to Corrections Victoria.

The role is primarily based at the State-wide Services Building, Western Plains Correctional Centre, although some state-wide travel and overnight stays may be required. The role may be required to work in Metropolitan Melbourne, whilst there may also be some opportunity to work from home in accordance with Victorian Public Service guidelines.

About You:

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Advanced computer skills, particularly in relation to the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge with Oracle or similar finance related system.
• Knowledge and experience of procurement and finance processes.
• An understanding of store and warehousing operations, including stock management, delivery / service requirements, and Occupational Health and Safety procedures.

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 reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).

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.