Administrative Law And Policy Specialist

One (1) fixed-term Administrative Law and Policy Specialist Grade 5 position is being offered in the Policy and Legislation Branch, Policy Advisory and Legal Services Division, Melbourne CBD

Administrative Law and Policy Specialist, Policy and Legislation Branch

• One (1) Fixed term role (up to 30 June 2025) in the Policy and Legislation Branch, Policy Advisory and Legal Services Division
• Salary range $106,534 - $117,716 plus 11% superannuation – VPS Grade 5.1
• Based in Melbourne CBD, with hybrid working arrangements

What we offer

The State Revenue Office (SRO) is the Victorian Government's revenue management agency, administering a range of taxes, duties, levies, grants and subsidies.

We aim to develop our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian community. We offer flexible working arrangements and a workplace culture that is rewarding and productive, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible and safe working environment. Find out more about working at the SRO at sro.vic.gov.au/careers, or via our LinkedIn page.

The opportunity  
The Administrative Law and Policy Specialist is responsible for providing leadership, expertise and advice on more complex matters involving Administrative Law and revenue laws.

This role is suited to people who hold a degree in law, economics, commerce or equivalent (or substantial progress towards one) or have considerable work experience in policy and legislative disciplines.

Reporting to the Senior Policy Specialist (IRAP), you will be responsible for:

• Policy analysis in an Administrative Law context.
• The development and interpretation of laws and policies for revenue administration.
• Assisting with more complex complaints (including referrals from the Victorian Ombudsman) concerning revenue administration, human rights, discrimination, and privacy matters.
• Other corporate functions, including delegations, privacy, and information-management.
• Assisting with more complex information requests and other responsibilities of the SRO under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act) and formal disputes arising out of these matters.

Who we are looking for
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in developing policy proposals and legislation, preferably in a taxation or commercial environment.
• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of legislation in a complex legal, commercial and political environment.
• A sound working knowledge of Administrative Laws operating in Victoria, including the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006, the Ombudsman Act 1973, the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 and the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and demonstrated experience in interpreting and applying Administrative Law principles, making decisions and facilitating complaint resolution in a complex administrative environment.
• High level communication (written, interpersonal and verbal), analytical, and problem-solving skills, including sound judgement and the demonstrated ability to negotiate and build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with proven ability to manage priorities to meet tight statutory or operational deadlines, and to work effectively independently and in a team with a high level of personal initiative, integrity, and accountability.

How to apply
Submit an application via the ‘Apply now' button by 11.59pm on 28 February 2024. You will need to upload a cover letter addressing key selection criterion 1, 2 and 3 in the position description and a resume.

More information
You can find out more about this role via the position description. You can also contact Roman Valher, Senior Policy Specialist (IRAP), Policy and Legislation Branch on 03 9628 6***.

If you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, email

**********@sro.vic.gov.au.

Please note, as part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history.

This role may be subject to a probation period.