Prosecutions Officer

• Permanent Full Time position
• Salary Band 7 $108,024 - $120,886 + Superannuation
• In vibrant Glen Waverley location with Staff Parking available
• Closing 25 August 2025

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The Community Safety and Amenity department safeguards public health and upholds safety and amenity standards across the municipality. Through proactive enforcement, education, and collaboration, the team manages key responsibilities including parking, public safety, animal control, food safety and health compliance.

About the Position

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to step into the role of Prosecution Officer within the Community Safety and Amenity management team. The position plays a key part in managing Council’s prosecution and infringement functions under a range of Acts and Local Laws. It involves leading day-to-day prosecution activities, preparing and reviewing briefs of evidence, appearing in court, and supporting enforcement officers across the City Development division. The Prosecutions Officer also oversees the infringement management and review process, leads the Infringement Review team, and drives improvements in systems, reporting, and performance. The role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working in a respectful and supportive workplace culture that values collaboration, fairness, and continuous improvement.

Skills and Experience

• Experienced prosecutor with knowledge and experience in criminal law, practice and procedure
• Ability to undertake the role in accordance with internal practices and procedures and in compliance with organisational, or otherwise agreed, timelines
• Well developed organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure, make sound judgements and prioritise workloads in a busy environment
• Demonstrated ability to builds and sustain effective and productive relationships and partnerships with a network of key people internally and with external stakeholders
• Anticipates and is responsive to internal and external client needs
• Contemporary knowledge of and ability to effectively use relevant technology systems and applications relating to key responsibilities
• Human resource management skills, with a proven record in building, leading and inspiring teams
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Requirements

• Victorian Drivers Licence
• Satisfactory National Police Check

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

To apply for this opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close Monday 25 August at 11:55pm.

If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Jzanelle Cook on 9518 3006 or at [email protected]

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.