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 the work of Victoria's peak law reform body.
• Support meaningful reforms that shape the state's laws.
• Work closely with senior leaders and influence important decisions.
• Guide a skilled team through complex and rewarding work.
• Ongoing, full-time role earning $142,790 - $191,084 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As chief executive officer, you will oversee the Commission's daily operations and help deliver its law reform work.

You will support strong governance, guide staff and help the Commission meet its legal obligations.

You will:

• lead day-to-day operations and maintain strong governance and compliance
• provide high-level advice and support to the Chair and Commissioners
• coordinate the delivery of authoritative publications and law reform reports
• support research teams to deliver high-quality work on complex issues
• build productive relationships and represent the Commission in senior forums.

About you

A tertiary qualification in law, public policy, public administration, economics or a related discipline is highly desirable.

Senior leadership experience in governance, risk management or financial management is also highly desirable.

You should also have:

• extensive experience leading corporate and administrative functions
• strong knowledge of Victorian public sector governance requirements
• sound judgement when applying legislation and government policy
• excellent research, writing and communication skills.

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

 If you have any further questions, feel free to email Emma Zanaty at *********@lawreform.vic.gov.au.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

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.

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.