• Great opportunity to join Tobacco Licensing Victoria on a fixed-term basis in Melbourne.
• Support the collection and collation of information to inform analysis and production of intelligence to support the safe and effective operations carried out by Tobacco Licensing Victoria.
• Leverage existing key information-sharing arrangements to identify and obtain intelligence from other agencies and regulatory teams
• Create and process intelligence reports to support informed decision-making

 The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) provides a range of government programs and services focused on improving community safety, victim services, regulatory services and crime prevention, and building strong collaboration across the justice system. Located in the Justice Services and Regulation (JSR) group, Tobacco Licensing Victoria has been established to deliver the Government's commitment to implement a tobacco regulation and business licensing scheme.

Following the passage of the Tobacco Amendment (Tobacco Retailer and Wholesaler Licensing Scheme) Act (Act) in November 2024, Victoria now has a tobacco business licensing scheme and regulator to strengthen tobacco regulation.

Reporting to the Manager, Intelligence and Reporting, the Intelligence Officer will support the collection and collation of information to develop intelligence holdings to support the tobacco licensing scheme and regulator.

The Opportunity

• Fixed term, full-time position until 30 June 2028, based in Melbourne.
• VPS Grade 3 role: $81,496 - $98,955 per year plus superannuation.
• Conduct intelligence analysis utilising a range of information systems, analytical software and intelligence sources to identify trends to support regulatory compliance operations and projects.
• Assist in the production of intelligence to support decision-makers.
• Manage information collection and handling within guidelines and relevant legislation and maintain intelligence databases, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Leverage relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure products and services are timely, accurate, relevant and actionable.
• Utilise knowledge of intelligence policy, functions and capability, including information systems and analytical software, to support TLV outcomes.
• Model a positive work culture that promotes the VPS values, is supportive of innovation, and respects diversity.
• Other duties as required.

To be successful in this role you will:

•  Possess contemporary knowledge related to the collection, collation, evaluation, analysis and controlled dissemination of information in respect to complex regulatory functions and operations.
• Have experience in high-volume, fast-paced operational environments, ensuring performance targets are met and high standards are maintained.

To learn more about the type of skills you will need to thrive in this role, please read the position description.

 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:

• Job stability– position as a member of the Victorian Public Service (VPS).
• A fair salary– enjoy great work conditions and salary sacrificing options.
• 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.
• Generous leave entitlements– provisions for many forms of leave; including personal, parental, carers, study, cultural, compassionate, and sick leave.
• 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.

If you have any queries, please contact Dorothy Seidel Hooke at dorothy.seidelhooke@justice.vic.gov.au

 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, 24th June 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.