Corrections Intelligence Officer — Protecting Victoria

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety invites applications for an Intelligence Officer role with Corrections Victoria Intelligence Service (CVIS). You will help identify threats and support decisions that keep people safe.

The position is based mainly in Ravenhall, with travel across Victoria and occasional overnight stays. You must be an Australian citizen, obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance within 12 months, and complete the CVI Development Program within six months.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of corrections and the issues that affect Victoria's prison system.
• An understanding of intelligence methods and laws governing corrections, serious offenders and human rights.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and information systems, preferably Palantir or similar tools.
• Sound judgement and the ability to solve problems, adapt to change and work well with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Collect, record and analyse information to help people make informed decisions.
• Prepare clear reports and briefings on threats, patterns and trends.
• Help plan operations that address risks in prisons and the community.
• Work with staff and other agencies to share information through secure systems.
• Monitor prisoner calls and mail to identify risks and share findings with authorised people.

Skills

Sound judgement

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Palantir or similar tools

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety invites applications for an Intelligence Officer role with Corrections Victoria Intelligence Service (CVIS). You will help identify threats and support decisions that keep people safe.

The position is based mainly in Ravenhall, with travel across Victoria and occasional overnight stays. You must be an Australian citizen, obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance within 12 months, and complete the CVI Development Program within six months.