Department of JusticeVictims Support Services Applications must be submitted by Sunday 03 November, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 4
$80,593.00 to $92,764.00 per annum
Employment type:Permanent, full-time
Region:South
Location:Hobart
Victims Support Services was established to meet the needs of Victims of Crime within our community. This position will be responsible for researching applications made under the Victims of Crime Assistance Act 1976 to ensure relevant information is provided to enable a decision to be made on the application. This position is also responsible for the updating and further development of the website for the Victims Support Service together with project work on a range of topics required by the Service.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers, and LGBTIQA+ people.
The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact listed at the end of this vacancy.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.
Hours per fortnight73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
DutiesUndertake the day-to-day operations of the applications for Victims of Crime Assistance including response to correspondence and liaison with applicants and/or solicitors.Assess applications made under the Victims of Crime Assistance Act and provide relevant information and advice as required.Finalise applications for hearing or decisions on paper, including preparing associated payment requests.Undertake all duties associated with the Victims Support Services website ensuring the information is current and easily understood.Undertake research, either individually or in conjunction with other staff and put forward recommendations for consideration.Contribute to the development of the organisation's policy, procedures and practices.Liaise with Government and non-Government organisations with a view to maximising their input to the delivery of services to victims of crime.Perform any other assigned duties for the Victims Assistance Unit at the classification level that are within the employee's competence and training.Pre-employment ChecksThe Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Arson and fire settingViolent crimes and crimes against the personSex-related offencesDrug and alcohol related offencesCrimes involving dishonestyCrimes involving deceptionMaking false declarationsMalicious damage and destruction to propertySerious traffic offencesCrimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and JusticeCrimes against Executive or the Legislative PowerCrimes involving Conspiracy2. Disciplinary action in previous employment.
Possession of a current drivers licenceDownload the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.
Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on .
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