- 4 x fixed term Review Officer roles available within Enforcement and Support Services
- Opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team
- VPS Grade 3: $79,122 - $96,073 plus superannuation
About Us:
Courts, Civil and Criminal Law is part of the Department of Justice and Community Safety and supports the Attorney General to deliver courts, civil and criminal law policy responsibilities. Courts, Civil and Criminal Law supports 28 independent legal entities across the justice portfolio, working collaboratively across the justice system. The group also supports Civil and Enforcement Services (CES), which includes Fines Victoria and Sheriff's Office Victoria.
Enforcement and Support Services (ESS) is a branch of CES and manages the administration and enforcement of infringement and court fines across the state. The role of the CES unit includes providing advice to the Attorney-General and the government on infringements policy, scrutinising all proposals to introduce new infringement offences or review existing infringements, and providing information to stakeholders (including enforcement agencies) on the operation of the infringements system.
About the Roles:
The Review Officers will work within Enforcement and Support Services, which is a branch of Civil and Enforcement Services. Review Officers primarily deal with applications submitted by members of the public seeking a review of registered infringement fines, and applications for payment arrangement.
Some of your other duties will include:
- Providing accurate and timely advice and liaise with other Fines Victoria units, enforcement agencies, and other interested parties.
- Providing support to the Operations Team Lead to ensure the successful administration of the Fines Reform Act 2014.
- Assisting in the development, implementation and monitoring of legislation, policies, practices and procedures.
To be eligible for employment with us, you must:
- be an Australian citizen, or
- be an Australian permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen.
- hold a valid visa which enables you to work in Australia, however please contact the nominated contact person for the position to discuss your eligibility for the role.
About You:
As our ideal candidate, you will possess:
- An understanding of the infringement lifecycle, the Infringements Act 2006 and the Fines Reform Act 2014, or experience in the practical application of other legislation or policies.
- Competent use of Microsoft Office and relevant IT systems and applications.
- Strong critical thinking and analysis skills.
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.
