Victoria Police

Forensic Services Department

Laboratory Operations – Biometric Services

Forensic Caseworker - (Biometrics IT Process Improvement Lead)

FO-3 Fixed term role to 30.06.2027 available.

About the Unit:

Laboratory Operations Biometric Services (LOBS):  The primary functions of LOBS are the recovery and identification of fingerprint and biological evidence from casework and the maintenance and administration of known fingerprint and DNA samples in accordance with Section 464 of the Victorian Crimes Act 1958.  Evidence from crime scenes and samples from unknown persons are examined to recover and identify fingerprint and biological evidence and link persons of interest to casework.

About the Role

Develop IT enabled workflow improvements to achieve casework processing efficiencies across the Fingerprint Sciences Group (FSG) and Biological Sciences Group (BSG).

As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:

• Review existing workflows in consultation with BSG and FSG caseworkers to identify opportunities for IT enabled solutions to achieve workflow efficiencies.
• Utilise the suite of IT tools available to Victoria Police to develop IT enabled workflow solutions.
• Engage with Manager Data Analytics VPFSD and the Digital and Security Services Department (DSSD) as required in the development of these IT enabled workflow solutions.
• Work with other areas in the VPFSD to identify opportunities to share the developed IT enabled workflow solutions. 
• Supervise, mentor and train colleagues in line with professional development programs.
• Supervise and/or engage in innovation and research projects.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of BSG and FSG casework processes.

Requirements and relevant information:

• A relevant tertiary qualification is required.
• Fixed Term (to 30.06.2027) Forensic Officer level 3 position available
• Position is located at 31 Forensic Drive Macleod.
• The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only).
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.

How to apply

Your application must include:

• Resume
• Completed application form - attached to the job advertisement in careers.vic.gov.au. You must respond to the questions in the application form and attach same for your submission to be complete.

Applications will not be accepted via email. 

Application period close 11.59pm, Tuesday 11th November 2025.

For further information on this role contact: via email Robert.G.Morgan@police.vic.gov.au

We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team via email FORENSIC-RECRUIT-ESTAB-MGR@POLICE.VIC.GOV.AU     

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.

About Us:

Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. 

Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people.  We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.

In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.

We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”

If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.

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