Principal Policy Officer

About this role

• Lead significant policy and strategy across corrections and the broader justice system.
• Ongoing full time opportunity working in the high performing team within Policy, Strategy and System Outcomes.
• VPS Grade 6: $130,673 - $174,869 plus superannuation.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Principal Policy Officer to provide a critical role within Corrections and Justice Services.About the roleThe Strategic Policy and Investment Team in Policy Strategy and System Outcomes (PSSO) is seeking an ongoing VPS6 Principal Policy Officer.Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Policy and Investment, the Principal Policy Officer will be part of a small but mighty team delivering policy solutions and strategic advice across the adult custodial system.The Principal Policy Officer plays a critical role in leading the preparation of comprehensive and authoritative advice on a wide range of topics. The successful candidate will lead the preparation of strategic advice to Government, including budget business cases and Cabinet submissions. They will provide advice to senior executives and the Minister to help ensure the corrections system works towards its longer term vision, while recognising and responding to operational risks and opportunities.This position would suit someone who has:

• experience providing high quality, strategic, influential and evidence-based advice to inform decision-making
• advanced conceptual, policy and analytical skills with ability to analyse complex policy issues, including where these intersect with operational needs and issues
• exceptional stakeholder skills including experience influencing and negotiating on complex issues
• experience with Victorian Government administrative, budget and Cabinet processes, including business cases and Cabinet submissions (or the ability to understand these quickly)
• knowledge of current policy directions within the corrections and criminal justice system (or the ability to understand these issues quickly)
• motivation to expand their skill and knowledge set in an exciting and dynamic policy area.

Please see the position description attached for more information about this role.About PSSOCorrections and Justice Services (CJS) is responsible for the direction, management and operation of Victoria's adult corrections system, including both community and custodial corrections.PSSO is a business unit within CJS, is responsible for policy reform, program design and development, and strengthening engagement with service sector partners. PSSO works closely with other CJS business units to deliver a modern corrections system that is focused on human rights, rehabilitation and community safety. PSSO lives the VPS values in its work, with an emphasis on improving outcomes for people in contact with the system, and fostering a workplace culture that is kind, respectful and effective.About the Strategic Policy and Investment TeamStrategic Policy and Investment is a high profile, influential team with an exciting work program over the coming year. Key priorities include leading the budget strategy for CJS, ensuring that the system has the resources to deliver the best outcomes for people in contact with the system, and providing strategic advice to the Minister and CJS executive on priority projects such as the prison network configuration.How to ApplyPlease see the attached position description for more information.Applications should be submitted by 27 June 2024 and should include:

• a brief cover letteraddressing your interest in the role; and
• a copy of your current resume.

Hit the Apply button on this advertisement. 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 national police checks and misconduct screening.If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.FOR INTERNAL VPS EMPLOYEES:

• For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.
• For all VPS employees, due to the new Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) policy, please apply through the JSE to be eligible to be considered for this position in the first round.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.