Investigations Officer - Fairness & Case Analytics (Hybrid)

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work in Melbourne CBD

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne's CBD is seeking an Investigation Officer to support investigations into staff conduct across the department and help ensure fair, sound decisions.

You will review evidence, manage case records, plan interviews, draft letters and reports, and collaborate with internal and external investigators while developing your investigative skills in a pivotal public-sector role.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and attention to detail for letters and reports.
• Analytical skills to review evidence, assess information and reach fair findings.
• Organisational skills to manage cases, meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
• Clear communication and teamwork with people from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of misconduct cases and help assess new reports.
• Draft clear letters and reports and request evidence from teams.
• Review information, spot patterns and use sound judgement to assess evidence.
• Help plan interviews, gather evidence and write reports on investigation findings.
• Support external investigators, maintain case records and build positive working relationships across the department.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Sound analytical skills

Good organisation skills

Clear communication and teamwork

Education

Studies in law

Experience in government investigations

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne's CBD is seeking an Investigation Officer to support investigations into staff conduct across the department and help ensure fair, sound decisions.

You will review evidence, manage case records, plan interviews, draft letters and reports, and collaborate with internal and external investigators while developing your investigative skills in a pivotal public-sector role.