Workforce Engagement Officer

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

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is advertising an ongoing, full-time HR support role based at Western Plains Correctional Centre in Victoria. The position focuses on developing positive staff experiences, advising on HR policies, and supporting a respectful, inclusive workplace on site.

The role may require nights, weekends or public holidays and involves collaboration with managers to address staffing needs.

Qualifications

• experience in human resources or helping staff feel heard and supported at work
• experience providing business support in government or a large private organisation
• skills in Microsoft Windows and Office to complete tasks and present information clearly
• flexibility, sound judgement and people skills to solve problems, handle difficult conversations and support colleagues from diverse backgrounds

Responsibilities

• develop and update plans that create positive staff experiences
• build strong working relationships and help staff share ideas and feedback
• give clear advice on human resources policies and refer complex questions to the right people
• use staff feedback and data to prepare useful reports and guide improvements
• work with managers to identify staffing needs and support a respectful, inclusive workplace

Skills

HR experience

People skills

Education

HR management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

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

Ongoing, full-time role earning $81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus super.

About us

Western Plains Correctional Centre is a modern, maximum-security prison focussed on rehabilitation, housing up to 1248 people in custody. Western Plains features multi-purpose infrastructure which is adaptable to the evolving needs of Corrections Victoria and the people in our care. Modern amenities include medical wards, a cultural centre, and vocational training facilities.

What you will do

You will work mainly on site and may work nights, weekends or public holidays.

• develop and update plans that create positive staff experiences
• build strong working relationships and help staff share ideas and feedback
• give clear advice on human resources policies and refer complex questions to the right people
• use staff feedback and data to prepare useful reports and guide improvements
• work with managers to identify staffing needs and support a respectful, inclusive workplace

About you

You do not need a mandatory qualification. A qualification in human resource management would help you in this role.

• experience in human resources or helping staff feel heard and supported at work
• experience providing business support in government or a large private organisation
• skills in Microsoft Windows and Office to complete tasks and present information clearly
• flexibility, sound judgement and people skills to solve problems, handle difficult conversations and support colleagues from diverse backgrounds

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.

If you have any further questions, feel free to email Julian Kozijevic at [email protected].

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.