Escort Supervisor (Malmsbury)
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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.
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| Department: | Department of Justice and Community Safety |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Prison and Corrective Services |
| Classification: | YJW3 |
| Work Location: | North West - Malmsbury |
| Reference: | VG/1952397 |
| Closing Date: | 05-Nov-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $95,465 - $106,401 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | Position Description - Escort Supervisor (Malmsbury).docx (Word, 539KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: | Samantha Knight Samantha.a.knight@justice.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
- Lead the coordination of appointments, programs and scheduled activities across the precincts.
- Provide day-to-day supervision and support a team of Escort Youth Justice Workers.
- Contribute to improving the outcomes of young people's futures.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria focusing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime. Youth Justice is committed to the demonstration of the Victorian Public Sector values. The values are: responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.
Youth justice custodial centres accommodate young people aged 12-18 years who have been remanded or sentenced by the Criminal Division of the Children's Court, and some 18-21 year olds sentenced by Adult Courts to a youth justice custodial centre.
The opportunity
- 4 ongoing, full time positions available across the Parkville, Malmsbury and Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precincts.
- YJW3 role: $95,465 - $106,401 per year plus super.
- Lead the coordination of appointments, programs, education, legal visits and other scheduled activities to ensure young people can access services in accordance with their case plans and operational requirements.
- Manage schedules, resources and operational priorities to maintain service delivery.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate access to services.
- Ensure appointment outcomes and operational recorded are accurately captured and maintained.
To be successful in this role you will have experience
- Experience in a custodial environment, including demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues and complexities of the youth justice system.
- Ability to understand and use IT systems with experience in Microsoft package.
- Demonstrated ability to assess and manage operational risks, apply relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, and make sound decisions with a complex operational environment.
- Experience in supervising staff and coordinating day-to-day operational activities to support effective service delivery.
You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) to be maintained by the employee for the period of employment, and a current statement of attainment for the first aid unit HTLAID011 Provide First Aid, to be obtained prior to commencement.
You will be required and supported to complete the fully funded Certificate IV in Youth Justice, which is an essential requirement of the role. To participate in the program, you must successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment and be assessed as fit for duty. Learn how your current fitness levels match up and the best ways to prepare and refer to the attached factsheet for further information.
To learn more about the type of skills you will need to thrive in this role, please read the position description.
If you have any queries, please contact Samantha Knight on 0459 859 513 or Samantha.a.knight@justice.vic.gov.au.
What's in it for you?
You will be working for the Department of Justice and Community Safety, which is one arm of the Victorian State Government, a recognised top employer of choice nationally. All our staff work to the vision of a safe, just, innovative and thriving Victoria.
There are many advantages in working for the department, including:
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Job stability – position as a member of the Victorian Public Service (VPS).
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A fair salary– enjoy great work conditions and salary sacrificing options.
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Transparent performance framework– approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your manager.
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Generous leave entitlements– provisions for many forms of leave; including personal, parental, carers, study, cultural, compassionate, and sick leave.
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Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact Aboriginalrecruitment@justice.vic.gov.au if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.
For Aboriginal Designated and Prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality (CoA) will be required prior to an offer of employment being made
We want to make sure all Victorians feel represented by the department's work. One of the ways we do this is by recruiting a diverse workforce – we welcome people of any gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and cultural background. We are also committed to the Victorian Government's promise to increase the number of veterans working in the public sector.
We're proud of our individual differences. We're proud of the many languages we speak and the stories we can share with each other. We hope you will share your story too.
If this sounds like a compelling job that you believe your skills would be a great match for, please APPLY NOW. Applications close 11.59pm, Thursday 5th November 2026.
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.
