About the role:

The Licensing and Regulation Division (LRD) is part of the Regulatory Services Department. The Division is responsible for the regulation of the firearms, private security, and weapons industries in Victoria.

We have various roles across the Division which sit in the Licensing & Authorities Section and Transactions & Permits Unit.

The function of the Assessment and Determination Unit (ADU) within LRD, is to review and assess licence and registration applications for firearm and security licensing including applicant suitability to hold these authorities.

The Transactions and Permit Section is responsible for processing and approving permit applications for firearms and weapons licence holders and the recording and tracking of firearm ownership in and out of Victoria.

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

Your duties will include:

As the successful applicant your duties will include:

1. The assessment, validation and investigation of new and renewal licence and permit applications in accordance with legislation, policy and standard operating procedures.
2. Making sound determinations in relation to the above application types within identified processing timeframes.
3. The provision of administration support, including preparation of correspondence, reviewing document submissions and court records.
4. Providing a high level of customer service to internal and external customers by responding to inbound phone and email enquiries.
5. Responsible for the accurate collection, input, collation and storage of licensing data on the Licensing & Registration System (LARS).

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• A demonstrated ability to accurately maintain computer and manual information systems, including the ability to accurately maintain and update administrative records.
• Well-developed communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills
• The ability to work in a sensitive and confidential environment including the ability to deal with challenging information.

 Requirements and relevant information:

• One (1) x full-time ongoing, One (1) x Part time ongoing, Two (2) Fixed term positions available.
• If the position/s is part time, the salary plus superannuation will be pro rata
• This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.

Your application must include:

• Resume
• Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement.

Applications close midnight, 08 May 2024.

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms; Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) website, Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic) or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

Current Victorian Government employees must apply via Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE). 

For further information, please contact: Michelle Thomas on (03) 8335 7492 or mthomas@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 VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 8082.

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. 

Having a workforce that reflects the community we serve is important to Victoria Police. We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you are interested in a position, we encourage you to apply as we celebrate the benefit that diversity brings to our employees, our services, and our community.

Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps