About us The Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2023 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government. We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses. We are doing this by connecting and digitising our systems and platforms across state and local government as well as streamlining our corporate and procurement services. About the role Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) is Victoria's consumer regulator, ensuring a fair, safe and competitive marketplace for Victorians. CAV is part of the Department of Government Services. Working in Consumer Affairs Victoria, the Inspectors will conduct a range of compliance monitoring activities and inspections as authorised under the Australian Consumer Law and Fair Trading Act, and other legislation administered by CAV. Also, the Inspectors will carry out residential tenancy investigations including rental assessments and non-urgent repairs as delegated under the Residential Tenancies Act. Further the Inspectors will perform front line dispute resolution, provide business and community education and lead or coordinate CAV campaign initiatives. There are multiple positions available. There is one position based in Ringwood and one based in Geelong. About you To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate: Key selection criteria Experience in inspection operations including the planning, development and delivery of outreach activities based on business plans and policies. Demonstrated experience in the preparation of reports and the drafting of correspondence that provides clear and purposeful communication. Ability to develop and maintain productive relations with internal and external key stakeholders. Knowledge of, and/or relevant experience in legislative compliance and enforcement activities and CAV relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures OR capacity to learn and apply the knowledge, as required. A Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent qualification is desirable or be prepared to attain the qualification soon after job commencement. Mandatory requirements Tertiary qualifications in commerce, business, law or other related fields are desirable. A current Victorian Driver's Licence - The department will consider all reasonable adjustments for candidates with a disability. For specific responsibilities please review the attached position description. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. How to apply Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Sunday, 18 January 2026. All applications should include: a resume; and a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages) Other relevant information The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DGS employees be fully vaccinated. Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent Form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check. DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
