About the role: Road Policing is responsible for road safety across Victoria. The centralised specialist resources of Enforcement, Strategy, Operations and Investigations, and Projects Divisions provide state-wide support to the regions to achieve desired road safety outcomes. Road Policing also works with government and key road safety partners, including the Department of Transport, Department of Justice & Community Safety, and the Transport Accident Commission to develop strategic policy and pursue legislative reform. The Operations and Tasking Coordinator / Team Leader position is based in the Road Policing Strategic Programs unit of Road Policing. We are currently seeking a capable Operations and Tasking Coordinator/Team Leader to join our team and provide operational tasking support and coordination. The position will provide operational tasking support and coordination across specialist projects, including road policing enforcement activities undertaken by Police members across the state. In addition, the position is responsible for two VPS3 Finance Officer positions reporting to it. This role is critical to ensuring programs are delivered effectively and efficiently, and service delivery units and Police members are provided with the necessary information to ensure activities undertaken are aligned to the objectives of the respective program. Using your analytical skills and experience you will support the Strategic Program Units in the extensive planning and preparation for program activities. Your stakeholder engagement and communication skills will be utilised to engage with the units and Police members delivering activities, and your administration expertise with gather operational outcomes for preparation of reports and briefings to Management. This position will report directly to the Strategic Programs Manager, and subsequently to the Superintendent in charge of the Road Policing Strategy Division. An induction program and full training of the role and position requirements will assist the successful applicant to confidently carry out their position duties. Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements. Your duties will include: The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience: Overseeing a small team that is responsible for supporting the financial administration of programs; Preparation of information and assisting with the coordination and planning for operational shift deployment Liaising with Police members and public servants in Road Policing and Regional units for service delivery planning, and deployment Researching and conducting analysis on service delivery outcomes; Collecting, collating and evaluating information to produce high quality reports to assist management; and Conducting audits on activities, systems and processes to deliver program objectives, and with a view to improve business. About You: The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience: Demonstrated experience managing and leading a small team; Relevant experience in tasking, coordination, rostering or logistical operations; Well-developed analytical, research and written communication skills; Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders internal and external, including the ability to cooperatively work with a range of stakeholders, negotiate the resolution of administrative issues, and contribute and cooperate to achieve positive workplace outcomes; Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders; Demonstrated administration and reporting experience and capability, including the ability to achieve objectives within tight timeframes, and actively engage stakeholders to support delivery within those timeframes; Well-developed written and oral communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with both internal and external key stakeholders; Experience in using IT applications and data-bases such as the Microsoft Office suite Ability to work by direction as well as autonomously on your own initiative and be self-motivated and driven; and Ability to effectively operate in a dynamic and diverse working environment. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain comprehensive and accurate corporate records, documents, and reporting Demonstrated capacity to plan and prioritise work to ensure outcomes are achieved. A high level of competency in Microsoft applications including Word and Excel Further Information: One (1) x full-time, fixed term (until 30/06/2028) position available. This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening. We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police. Your application must include: Resume and, Cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role and, * Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement. Applications close midnight, Sunday 26th April 2026. Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email. For further information, please contact: Melanie McShane on (03) 8335 8659 or melanie.mcshane@police.vic.gov.au We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004. About Us: Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate. In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation. We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.” If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you. Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps
