Principal Investigator

Our organisation 

IBAC's work is vitally important to Victorians - we prevent and expose public sector corruption and police misconduct.

Our vision is a public sector and police that acts with integrity for all Victorians.?

Our team

People who work for IBAC are expected to have a sound understanding of and ability to demonstrate the IBAC values when dealing with Government agencies, the community and colleagues.

IBAC's values are incorporated in professional skills and behaviours for the position.

We Lead by example, Act Impartially, Work Together, Behave with Respect, Strive for Excellence.

Your new role

This is an exciting opportunity to join IBAC's Operations Team as a Principal Investigator on an ongoing basis.

Reporting to the Manager, Investigations and working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Principal Investigator will conduct and lead investigations into certain allegations within the Victorian Public Sector and Victoria Police.  

Duties include:

• Lead, conduct and coordinate resources for complex investigations ensuring compliance with a range of legislative requirements, processes and industry standards.
• Review investigation plans and monitor investigations ensuring adequate resources are available.
• Initiate and build collaborative relationships across the organisation to ensure access to resources and commitment to investigation timelines.
• Mentor members of the Investigations Unit by providing timely and constructive feedback, enabling the completion of investigations.

The operational requirements of Investigations mean work hours may be irregular and extended, including weekend work and after hours deployments when required. There is also a requirement for irregular travel within regional Victoria and interstate, including overnight stays. Investigations Unit staff are also required to demonstrate the flexibility to respond to dynamic operational requirements within a reasonable timeframe.

Please note: these positions are based in Melbourne, Victoria. The successful candidates must be based in, or intend to relocate to, Victoria.

Additional duties are set out in the position description.

We are looking for candidates with the below capabilities and qualities: 

The preferred candidate will have formal qualifications and/or training in investigations or a related discipline and extensive experience in the conduct of sensitive and complex investigations. Additionally, we are looking for candidates who have:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills and stakeholder management within a complex environment
• Ability to conduct duties with impartiality, honesty, and professionalism
• Collaborative team player with an agile and flexible, can-do attitude 

Apply now

Your application is a two-step process. You are unable to save partial applications.

Submit your application by logging onto the IBAC careers page (https://www.ibac.vic.gov.au/career-opportunities) and clicking on the appropriate vacancy, making sure you include:

• a cover letter
• a resume no longer than 5 typed pages (in Word format)
• responses to the screening questions within the application process

We are committed to bringing together people with differing perspectives, lived experiences and skills to make choices that reflect our integrity and community, and to creating an inclusive work environment for all.

Visit: www.ibac.vic.gov.au for more information.