Inspector of Municipal Administration (Investigator)Job posted: 06/12/2024Organisation: Department of Justice and Community SafetyOccupation: Administration/SecretarialReference: VG/LGI009-DEC24At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.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.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers.The Local Government Inspectorate is seeking an Inspector of Municipal Administration (Investigator) to provide a critical role within its team.About the RoleAs an Inspector of Municipal Administration, you will participate in the key functions of the Inspectorate, including the assessment of complaints, conducting initial action enquiries and subsequent investigations. This includes making enquiries with councils, complainants, and witnesses, documenting all actions and activity as well as writing reports and briefs.The role also includes assisting in the development and delivery of proactive governance examinations of councils and assisting in broader reviews of systemic issues across the local government sector.Assessment and investigation functions must be conducted in an effective, efficient, fair and timely manner to ensure the integrity and transparency of local government in Victoria.About youTo be successful in this role, you will have:Analytical Problem Solving: Ability to use innovative thinking and analytical skills to gather, collate, analyse and respond to information.Investigation and Examination Skills: Ability to conduct investigations and examinations under direction within tight timeframes and in a sensitive environment.Report and Brief Preparation: Ability to compile and support the preparation of evidence-based reports and briefs of varying complexity, in consideration of legislation, criminal procedures and rules of evidence. Clear and concise written communication skills are highly regarded.Knowledge of Legislation: Demonstrated understanding of the Act or experience of assessing information in accordance with regulatory Acts.QualificationsCurrent Victorian Drivers Licence;Some out of hours work will be required including overnight travel to regional Victoria;An appropriate tertiary qualification in the field of law or commerce or related discipline or investigatory experience is highly desirable.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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and misconduct screening.
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