Justice Officer Property

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.

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.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• You will manage prisoner property and keep records accurate.
• You will work at the Metropolitan Remand Centre in Melbourne's west.
• You will help keep important prison processes safe, fair and orderly.
• You will gain valuable experience in a busy correctional setting.
• Ongoing, full-time role earning $62,104 - $79,753per year, plus super.

What you will do

As Justice Officer – Property, you will manage prisoner property services.

You will provide accurate information while keeping sensitive records secure.

You will:

• manage prisoner property and property enquiries with care
• keep accurate records and prepare routine reports
• work with courts, police, lawyers and other services
• check property claims and arrange property transfers between prisons
• support prison processes for bail, discharge, transfers and court appearances.

About you

No formal qualification is required for this role. You will need strong computer skills and an understanding of correctional work.

You should also have:

• strong computer skills and confidence using computer systems
• good knowledge of relevant laws, policies and procedures
• an understanding of correctional work and prison processes
• clear problem-solving skills with the ability to follow set processes.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Ian Wills at *********@justice.vic.gov.au.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

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 national police checks 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 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.