Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/1928538

Lead and coach a team of recruiters to deliver end-to-end recruitment services to the Department of Education's VPS workforce. Varied role, hybrid working, positive and supportive team environment.

About the Department

The Department of Education is responsible for leading the delivery of education and development services to children, young people and adults both directly through government schools and indirectly through the regulation and funding of early childhood services, non-government schools and training programs across Victoria. The Department strives to be a values-based organisation that is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all.

About the Division

The Victorian Public Service (VPS) arm of the Department of Education is a workforce of approximately 5,500. The VPS People Services, Recruitment team forms part of People Strategy and Operations division that provides HR support to 16 portfolios of clients and operates within a high-volume and often deadline-driven environment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, you will lead and coach a team of 7 recruiters to deliver end-to-end recruitment services in a complex government environment. With a keen eye for continuous improvement, you will support the roll out of a new recruitment model and digital tools, and foster strong stakeholder relationships across the branch and client portfolio.

About You

You will bring recruitment leadership experience, coupled with a strong understanding of government or similar processes and policies, a data-driven approach, and outstanding stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Please see attached Position Description and Role Statement for more information about the position and requirements.

You will enjoy the benefits of hybrid working (3 days onsite and 2 days remote), a positive and supportive team culture, and a varied and challenging role.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Applications close Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 11.59pm.