Your new role

We have an opportunity for an individual to join our Investigations team as Investigations Manager on a full-time, permanent ongoing basis.  Reporting to the Director – Investigations, the role is responsible for managing a large multi-disciplinary team that investigates highly complex and sensitive matters involving allegations within IBAC's jurisdiction.

Duties include:

• In consultation with the Director, manage the planning and delivery of the Investigations team's program of work, overseeing work efforts and investigations within the unit.
• Direct and conduct investigations in accordance with legislation, processes and procedure.
• Review complex written materials including affidavits and applications for warrants, briefs of evidence for court, reports and other documents.
• Develop and implement policy frameworks and procedures in accordance with relevant legislation within the Investigations Unit and contribute to policy frameworks and procedures across the organisation.

Additional duties are set out in the position description.

Additional duties are set out in the position description. To view this, please visit the IBAC Careers webpage and click on the appropriate vacancy.

Our requirements / Your skill set

We are looking for candidates with the below experience and capabilities:

• Extensive experience in the conduct and management of sensitive and complex investigations.
• Extensive experience in leading multi-disciplinary investigation teams.
• Extensive experience in the use of traditional and contemporary investigative techniques.
• Formal qualifications and/or training in investigations, law enforcement or a related discipline are essential.

Due to the requirement to attain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.

Pre-employment testing

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment screening as part of the recruitment process.  This includes psychometric testing, validation of misconduct declarations, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), physical and medical capacity assessment and other relevant checks in accordance with Victorian public sector requirements and IBAC policy.  Psychometric testing is completed online and assesses cognitive ability, personality, work values, and safety behaviours.   

Apply now

All applications should include:

• a resume (no longer than 5 typed pages)
• a cover letter
• responses to the administrative screening questions within the application process

PDF documents are preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email pcchelp@ibac.vic.gov.au.

For further information regarding the role, please contact Christine Stafford Christine.Stafford@ibac.vic.gov.au

Applications close 28 October 2026.

We are committed to bringing together people with differing perspectives, lived experiences and skills to make choices that reflect our integrity and community, and to creating an inclusive work environment for all.

Visit: www.ibac.vic.gov.au for more information.