Other, Government - State (Government & Defence)
The Justice Reform Branch drives the ACT Government's justice reform agenda to address the underlying causes of crime and reduce the cycle of re-offending. The Branch develops and administers policy and program initiatives related to reducing recidivism, justice reinvestment, crime prevention, restorative practices, victims of crime; and tackling the overrepresentation of First Nations people in the justice system. It also manages the ACT Policing Arrangement and Purchase Agreement.
In this role, you will have opportunities to contribute directly to improved outcomes for those in contact with the ACT Criminal Justice System. Leading a small team, you will be working on policy and program development to deliver:
Reduced reoffending and incarceration rates Justice reinvestment, including funding for initiatives promoting early intervention and diversion and providing targeted integrated rehabilitation and reintegration programs for offenders Measures to reduce the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the criminal justice system. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experiences, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes, and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/ Other Requirements: This position does not require a pre-employment medical. This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People registration. Note: Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
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