About the Department A great education for every child and young person, so they can thrive now, and in the future, for a fairer, smarter and more prosperous state. Enjoy a career that makes a difference by helping to shape the education experience for Victoria. About the Division The Security and Emergency Management Division's purpose is to lead security and emergency management functions for the Department and lead and support educational communities to be physically and psychologically safe through the provision of expert advice and support services. About the Unit The Capability and Response Unit responsible for the development and implementation of policies and resources to assist regions, children's services and schools prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies. The Unit provides leadership in coordinating the Department's response to emergencies and represents the Department on the State Emergency Management Team and other whole of Victorian government emergency management planning forums. About the role – Ongoing, Full-time, 1 position available The Senior Emergency Management Officer leads emergency management capability development, policy implementation, project management and the provision of advice to stakeholders and senior management within the Department of Education to support the safety of Victorian education communities. The primary focus is on driving improvements and organisational maturity in emergency management practice across schools, early childhood and corporate environments. The role will work as part of a team in a dynamic environment alongside a range of stakeholders within the education and emergency management sectors. This may involve some travel and representation of the department at external meetings and forums. The role may be required to work shift work, and be available outside of business hours to support the department and whole of government emergency management operations. This is anticipated to occur infrequently at times of significant emergencies. Key Duties - Development and delivery of capability enhancement initiatives - Resource/guideline development - Project management of education sector emergency management initiatives, systems support and improvement - Support emergency management and response operations Requirements Essential: Demonstrated experience in emergency management and/or related fields Essential: Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain upon employment) and Victorian Driver's License Desirable: Tertiary qualification in relevant discipline Why Work With the Department of Education? - Meaningful work that actually makes a difference - Hybrid working arrangements available. - Periodic pay increases as set out in the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement - Career progression opportunities - The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. - Employee Wellbeing Support Services available to all department staff How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter summarising their skills and experience (no more than two pages). If you wish to discuss the position further, please contact Caragh Robinson on (03) 9084 9032. Further Information The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page Applicants requiring adjustments can contac t the nominated contact person. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g. large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 21 January 2026.
