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Job Function: Administration / SecretarialWork Type: Fixed term - part timeAbout this roleJoin Victoria''s Youth Justice Precinct at Parkville.Provide administration support to the Youth Parole Board.Contribute to improving the outcomes of young people''s futures.The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria focusing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime.The Youth Parole Board is an independent statutory body established under section 442 of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005. It exercises jurisdiction over all young people sentenced by a court to a period of detention in a youth residential centre aged 10-14 or in youth justice centre aged 15-20 and those transferred by the Adult Parole Board from imprisonment in an adult prison to serve their sentence in a youth justice centre.The Administration Coordinator position sits within the Youth Parole Board Secretariat.The Secretariat team is based at Parkville Youth Justice Precinct and is required to attend 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne and the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct.The opportunityFixed-Term, part-time position (two days a week -Thursday and Friday) until 10 March 2027 based in Parkville, Melbourne. This is a job share role.VPS 4 role: $97,955 - $111,142 per year plus super.Provide administration support to the Youth Parole Board through managing the administration team, providing specialist oversight and maintenance of young people records, minute taking during meetings, developing and improving procedures and other tasks as required to ensure the smooth operation of meetings.Develop and contribute to a positive team culture, by leading and supporting staff to ensure goals and outcomes are achieved and work collaboratively with the Secretary of the Youth Parole Board SecretariatApply expertise to accurately maintain complex database records in the Youth Justice Client Record Information System (CRIS), Oracle financial records system and related Excel spreadsheets.To be successful in this role you will have demonstrated experience working with the Youth Justice Client Record Information System (CRIS), or other client record management systems along with advanced skills in Microsoft Office software. Strong people management skills and attention to detail.Current full driver''s license is required as travel to other offices within the department is required.You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) to be maintained by the employee for the period of employment.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 salaryenjoy great work conditions and salary sacrificing options.Transparent performance frameworkapproach your work with confidence in how you''re tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your manager.Generous leave entitlementsprovisions 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.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Teamthroughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contactAboriginalrecruitment@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 madeWe 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, Thursday 15th May 2025.How to applyPlease 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.0438 548 299 or alana.mondre@justice.vic.gov.auRegister for weekly updates about similar job opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr