AddressSenior Security Support Officer
Parliament of Victoria, Department of Parliamentary Services
- Work at the iconic Victorian Parliament House
- Full-Time, ongoing opportunity
- Monday to Friday with opportunities for flexible work arrangements
About the role
The Security team is seeking a Security Support Officer to play an important role in upholding the security of Parliament. In this role, you will supervise and mentor a team of Security Support Officers to ensure that administrative and support functions are executed promptly and to a high standard.
Working with various teams across Parliament of Victoria, you will manage sensitive security matters in a diplomatic and tactful manner. Your duties will include but are not limited to:
- Managing incident response and emergency protocols;
- Overseeing security duress monitoring, access control and CCTV systems for remote Electorate offices across Victoria; and
- Providing assistance and expertise on security-related projects and risk management initiatives
About you
As a dedicated and passionate security professional, operating with integrity, you will bring:
- Strong administrative skills with experience in developing work instructions, carrying out investigations and producing reports.
- The ability to coach and develop a team within a dynamic environment while maintaining consistency and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with various teams across Parliament, while providing trusted advice and efficient customer service.
- Experience in managing incident management response systems, access controls and other security related infrastructure.
Why join us?
We offer a supportive work culture and flexible work/life balance - the nature and scope of flexible options available will depend on the requirements of the position. You are encouraged to discuss flexible arrangements with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.
We understand that your health and wellbeing are integral to your success and have a range of benefits to ensure your physical and mental health are supported. These include access to health and wellbeing initiatives such as flu vaccinations, skin and health checks, optical and eyewear subsidies, discounted health insurance and discounted memberships at over 240 gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across Victoria.
Your professional development is important to us. That's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with leadership development programs and targeted in-house training to support your professional growth.
When you excel at your work and initiate innovative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values of impartiality, responsiveness, respect, accountability, integrity, and leadership, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program.
For more information about a career with us, visit our website.
How to apply
Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter (1 page) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.
The process from here
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD or online.
Accessibility
If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact our Recruitment Team via email ***********@parliament.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8682 2***.
COVID-19 compliance
Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence for sighting of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment.
