Review Officer
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
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.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
| |
| Department: | Department of Justice and Community Safety |
| Work Type: | Various |
| Job Function: | Administration / Secretarial |
| Classification: | VPSG3 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/TWOROLES |
| Closing Date: | 29-Mar-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $79,122 - $96,073 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | x3 Fixed Term and X1 ongoing roles Position Description - Review Officer - VPS3.pdf (PDF, 262KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Andrea Bowman ourpeople.ess@justice.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
- Utilise your administrative expertise to provide support and advice to the Enforcement and Support Services business unit
- Multiple vacancies available, working with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service
- 1 x Fixed-term opportunity – 4th May 2026 to 3rd May 2027
- 1 x Fixed-term opportunity – Now until 11th September 2026
- 1 x Fixed-term opportunity - Now until 31st July 2026
- 1 x Ongoing, full-time opportunity
- VPS Grade 3: $79,122 - $96,073 plus superannuation.
About the Business Unit:
Courts, Civil and Criminal Law is part of the Department of Justice and Community Safety and supports the Attorney General to deliver courts, civil and criminal law policy responsibilities. Courts, Civil and Criminal Law supports 28 independent legal entities across the justice portfolio, working collaboratively across the justice system. The group also supports Civil and Enforcement Services (CES), which includes Fines Victoria and Sheriff's Office Victoria.
Enforcement and Support Services (ESS) is a branch of CES and manages the administration and enforcement of infringement and court fines across the state. The role of the CES unit includes providing advice to the Attorney-General and the government on infringements policy, scrutinising all proposals to introduce new infringement offences or review existing infringements, and providing information to stakeholders (including enforcement agencies) on the operation of the infringements system.
ESS administers a range of social justice initiatives, such as the Work and Development Permit Scheme, Family Violence Scheme and Time Served Scheme.
About the Role:
The Review Officer will work within Enforcement and Support Services, which is a branch of Civil and Enforcement Services.
Some of your duties will include:
- Providing support to the Operations Team Lead to ensure the successful administration of the Fines Reform Act 2014
- Exercising professional judgement regarding the application of Standards of Service and other relevant rules, policies and guidelines to assist in the day-to-day operations of Fines Victoria, including the determination of payment arrangements and enforcement review applications and handling general enquiries
- Providing accurate and timely advice and liaise with other Fines Victoria units, enforcement agencies, and other interested parties on infringement and other matters arising within the jurisdiction of Fines Victoria.
To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.
About You:
As our ideal candidate, you will possess:
- An understanding of the infringement lifecycle, the Infringements Act 2006 and the Fines Reform Act 2014, or experience in the practical application of other legislation or policies
- Competent use of Microsoft Office and relevant IT systems and applications.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant field or relevant experience is desirable.
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 reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).
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.
