Principal Policy Officer - Melbourne, Australia - Department of Justice and Community Safety

Department of Justice and Community Safety

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Melbourne, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Location:
Melbourne | CBD

Job type:
Full time

Organisation:
Department of Justice and Community Safety

Salary:

$130,673 - $174,869

Occupation:
Policy

Reference:
VG/DJ3335-APR24

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background.

If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we'd love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children's rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit

We're proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
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Lead the development of significant policy and strategy across corrections and the broader justice system
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Ongoing full time opportunity working within Policy, Strategy and System Outcomes
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VPS Grade 6: $130,673 - $174,869 plus superannuation.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Principal Policy Officer to provide a critical role within Corrections and Justice Services.

About the role

The Strategic Policy and Investment Team in Policy Strategy and System Outcomes (PSSO) is seeking an ongoing VPS6 Principal Policy Officer.

Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Policy and Investment, the Principal Policy Officer will be part of a small but mighty team delivering policy solutions and strategic advice across the adult custodial system.

This position would suit someone who:

has experience providing high quality, strategic, influential and evidence-based advice to inform decision-making

- has advanced conceptual, policy and analytical skills with ability to analyse complex policy issues, including where these intersect with operational needs and issues
- has exceptional stakeholder skills including experience influencing and negotiating on complex issues
- has experience with Victorian Government administrative, budget and Cabinet processes, including business cases and Cabinet submissions (or the ability to understand these quickly)
- has knowledge of current policy directions within the corrections and criminal justice system (or the ability to understand these issues quickly)
- is looking to expand their skill and knowledge set in an exciting and dynamic policy area.

Please see the position description attached for more information about this role.

About PSSO

Corrections and Justice Services (CJS) is responsible for the direction, management and operation of Victoria's adult corrections system, including both community and custodial corrections.

PSSO is a business unit within CJS, is responsible for policy reform, program design and development, and strengthening engagement with service sector partners.

PSSO works closely with other CJS business units to deliver a modern corrections system that is focused on human rights, rehabilitation and community safety.

PSSO lives the VPS values in its work, with an emphasis on improving outcomes for people in contact with the system, and fostering a workplace culture that is kind, respectful and effective.

About the Strategic Policy and Investment Team
Strategic Policy and Investment is a high profile, influential team with an exciting work program over the coming year.

Key priorities include leading the budget strategy for CJS, ensuring that the system has the resources to deliver the best outcomes for people in contact with the system, and providing strategic advice to the Minister and CJS executive on priority projects such as the prison network configuration.

How to Apply
Please see the attached position description for more information.

Applications should be submitted by
Wednesday 01 May 2024 and should include:

cover letter (max 3 pages) addressing your interest in the role; and

- a copy of your current resume.

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FOR INTERNAL VPS EMPLOYEES:
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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 co