Project Officer

About This Role

• Support the delivery of high-level and complex operational and strategic projects.
• Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity.
• VPS Grade 4: $97,955 - $111,142 plus superannuation.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Project Officer to provide a critical role within the Security Standards Unit. About The Business Unit The Security Standards Unit sits within the Security and Intelligence Division and is a diverse team responsible for several key functions in maintaining security and safety in prisons. These core functions include security risk management, schematic and emergency plans, state-wide locksmithing services, maintaining policy and standards documents, enhancing barrier control and security screening processes, and the research and implementation of security technology. About The Role The Project Officer, Security Standards Unit (SSU) is pivotal in the delivery of crucial strategic projects for Corrections Victoria relating to security, technology and barrier control. In this role, you will gain insight into the unique challenges facing Corrections Victoria and be in the foreground of solving complex problems focused on keeping people safe. This role operates within a complex and dynamic environment that requires capacity to balance competing priorities, be well organised and deliver work within timeframes. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required to perform the role well, along with the ability to liaise with staff and key stakeholders within and external to Corrections Victoria. The role is based at the Statewide Services Building, Western Plains Correctional Centre in Lara. Some Of Your Duties Will Include

• Support the delivery of various high-level and complex operational and strategic projects related to the SSU's responsibilities.
• Prepare high-level briefing papers, correspondence, and reports on various issues in a time-pressured environment.
• Provide support related to procurement, contract and asset management activities of the Unit, including aiding the Unit regarding budget and financial matters.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description. About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the corrections system and key issues impacting Corrections Victoria.
• Proven ability to plan, monitor and oversee project objectives.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office programs.
• Proven written communication skills.

Qualifications

• There are no mandatory requirements for this role; however, qualifications in a relevant discipline would be well regarded, as would working knowledge of government administrative processes.

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 InformationCHILD 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.