Contribute to the management and oversight of court applications for offenders under the Serious Offenders Act 2018. Play a key role in court proceedings, including providing instructions and giving evidence at court, on behalf of the Secretary, DJCS. VPS Grade 5 | $113,022–$136,747 plus superannuation | Full-time (fixed-term). The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Assistant Manager, Applications to provide a critical role within the Post Sentence Branch of Corrections Victoria. About the Business Unit Corrections Victoria operates Victoria's adult corrections system and manages 11 public prisons, one transition centre, and oversees three privately operated prisons. It ensures prisoners are safely and securely contained and aims to rehabilitate offenders by addressing the underlying causes of offending behaviour. The Reintegration and Engagement Services Division of Corrections Victoria is responsible for providing best practice interventions which aim to reduce the risk of reoffending including quality assurance systems for risk assessment and case management, offending behaviour programs, and transition and reintegration supports. The Reintegration and Engagement Services Division has responsibility for the post-sentence supervision scheme and is also responsible for the management of post sentence facilities. The Post Sentence Branch, within the Reintegration and Engagement Services Division of Corrections Victoria, provides central oversight and governance of the post sentence scheme and offenders subject to post sentence orders. The Serious Offenders Act 2018 (SOA) sets out a civil, non-punitive scheme that provides for the ongoing supervision or detention of serious sex and/or serious violent offenders who have completed their sentence and pose an unacceptable risk of committing further relevant offences. Corrections Victoria's end-to-end management and delivery of services to serious offenders on post-sentence orders occurs through a multi-faceted governance and operating model. About the Role The position of Assistant Manager, Applications is a leadership role in a team responsible for ensuring that high quality, timely applications are made for offenders who are identified as suitable for, or are already subject to, a Detention or Supervision Order pursuant to the legislation. Please note in this role you will be exposed to sensitive and explicit material relating to serious sex and serious violent offending on a regular basis. Some of your duties will include: Coordinate the application process for new applications, reviews and renewals under the SOA. Represent the Secretary at court for applications, renewals, revocations and/or reviews of orders pursuant to the SOA. Prepare reports, briefs and correspondence for senior executives and the Minister for Corrections in relation to applications and reviews for Supervision and Detention Orders under the SOA and ensure applications are filed in line with court expectations. Manage the preparation of recommendation reports for court, special reports to the Post Sentence Authority, identification/approval of accommodation and service options. Manage the timely dissemination of information to legal representatives and departmental witnesses in support of applications, reviews and renewals. To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description. About you To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven ability to work within a highly complex service delivery area, preferably in relation to individuals with multiple and complex needs and/or within a legislative framework. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of court processes and ability to competently provide evidence before the courts*. Awareness of current and emerging issues in the management of complex and/or high-profile offenders. Qualifications/requirements Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience working in a Correctional environment and/or within a legislative framework is desirable, but not mandatory. The position requires you to be assessed as suitable to provide evidence at court on behalf of the Secretary within 12 months of commencement in the role. Suitability is determined by either the Director, Post Sentence Branch or Deputy Commissioner, Reintegration and Engagement Services. 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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) 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.
