Investigator

Department of Justice and Community Safety; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne seeks an Investigator to lead regulatory investigations into breaches of liquor laws, inspect venues and recommend enforcement actions.

You will analyse evidence, prepare briefs, and provide clear, proportionate recommendations for enforcement or prosecution, drawing on strong investigation and data-analysis skills. This is a full-time, on-site role with a competitive salary in Victoria.

Qualifications

• Requires tertiary qualification in investigations or related field.
• Experience with investigations and regulatory enforcement is desirable.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory investigations into serious breaches of liquor laws.
• Inspect licensed venues, assess risks and recommend enforcement action.
• Complete detailed research, analyse evidence and provide clear advice on investigation matters.
• Prepare accurate reports, briefs and recommendations for enforcement or prosecution action.
• Make proportionate decisions based on evidence and procedures.

Skills

Investigation skills

Data analysis

Clear communication

Judgement

Education

Tertiary qualification in investigations or related field

Investigations qualification

Job description

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon. 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. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria.

Want to be part of it?

• Lead complex investigations that help keep Victoria's liquor industry safe.
• Use your investigation skills to identify serious risks and breaches.
• You will work on cases that can lead to enforcement action.
• You will help protect the community through fair, evidence-based decisions.
• Ongoing, full-time role earning $100,894 - $114,476 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As an investigator, you will lead regulatory investigations into serious breaches. You will inspect licensed venues, assess risks and recommend fair enforcement action. You will:

• conduct complex investigations into possible breaches of liquor laws and recommend appropriate action;
• complete detailed research, analyse evidence and provide clear advice on investigation matters;
• inspect licensed venues, observe activities and identify serious compliance or social harm risks;
• prepare accurate reports, briefs and recommendations for enforcement or prosecution action;
• make proportionate decisions based on evidence, policies and procedures.

About you

You need a Victorian driver's licence or an equivalent licence. A relevant tertiary qualification or formal investigations qualification is desirable. At least five years' investigation experience is highly desirable. You should also have:

• strong investigation skills , including experience with complex cases and preparing briefs;
• data analysis skills , with experience reviewing information and reporting findings;
• clear communication skills , including briefings on complex issues for different audiences;
• sound judgement , with the ability to solve problems and adapt to changing priorities.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Nathan Lazarus at [emailprotected] . Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

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.