About the role:

The Victoria Police Talent, Attraction and Programs team (TAP) sits within the Recruitment and Deployment Division in the Human Resources Command.

TAP works directly with prospective applicants seeking a career with Victoria Police and oversees employment programs and pathways for all roles across the organisation.  This involves running information sessions to large cohorts of interested people via webinars or in person information sessions.

The aim of TAP is to help build the workforce of the future by employing people who are aligned to the Victoria Police values and that have the attributes, skills and experience required to serve the community in different roles across the organisation.

As the successful applicant, you will work mainly in the Talent and Attraction space with a particular focus on police attraction and recruitment however you will also be required to assist with promoting other roles and employment programs within Victoria Police as well as work closely with the Recruiting team.  

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

Your duties will include:

• Liaising directly with prospective applicants; explaining the recruitment process and offering professional advice in response to pre-application enquiries.
• Managing attraction related activities including event coordination and liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• Presenting in person or online, at information sessions for prospective applicants, outlining details of the role and requirements to large cohorts of people.
• Attending career exhibitions and events to promote all roles and employment programs within Victoria Police.
• Working closely with all members of TAP to appropriately plan projects, ideas and various collaborations.
• Perform administrative duties, including managing phone calls from perspective applicants on queries about applying for Victoria Police career pathways.

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• A demonstrated record of strong commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
• Experience presenting information to large cohorts of people in person or online, with impactful influence, is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally and succinctly to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Possess highly developed communication and presentation skills that can be adapted to suit the audience and situation.
• The ability to work on a number of projects and initiatives concepts concurrently.

Requirements and relevant information:

• Two (2), fixed term until 30 June 2026.
• This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands.
• From time to time, this position will require you to be rostered to work afternoon shifts, weekends, and go on overnight stays.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• The successful candidate 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, Sunday 28September

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through the following platform; Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic).

Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

For further information, please contact: Hayley Koo onhayley.koo@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 (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004.

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.

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