Team Manager, Aboriginal Liaison Officer

About this role

• Join us in a pivotal leadership role dedicated to empowering and guiding a team of Aboriginal Liaison Officers.
• This opportunity is designed for Aboriginal individuals passionate about making a significant impact within their communities, specifically targeting the support and rehabilitation of Aboriginal young people in custody.
• YJW4 Salary between $98,544 - $111,821 + Superannuation

This is an Aboriginal designated position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Make a difference in your community by supporting Aboriginal young people in custody. By working with them to deliver culturally appropriate programs for successful rehabilitation, you can help these young people to make remarkable changes in their lives.
Youth Justice Custodial Services aim to engage children and young people in change by addressing their offending behaviour and equipping them with the skills required for positive community participation.
Victoria has two custodial precincts that cater to their needs by offering innovative services aimed at reducing reoffending: Parkville Youth Justice Centre and Cherry Creek Youth Justice Facility.
The opportunity:
In the role of Team Manager, Aboriginal Liaison Officer at Youth Justice Victoria, you'll lead a team dedicated to supporting Aboriginal young people in custody. This pivotal position involves overseeing the delivery of culturally appropriate support and rehabilitation programs. Your leadership will ensure these young individuals receive the guidance they need for a positive reintegration into the community.
Working across Victoria's youth justice precincts, you will play a critical role in advocating for the cultural rights and needs of Aboriginal youth, while driving the effectiveness and impact of your team's efforts. This opportunity is for those committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of young Aboriginal people through practical support and strategic program development.
The Role Benefits:

• Cultural Insight & Support: Benefit from ongoing cultural guidance from the Aboriginal led Management Team.
• Boost Your Earnings: Receive generous Rotation and On Call Allowances, substantially increasing your salary.
• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy adaptable hours to fit your life, including weekend options, ideal for students and those with caring responsibilities
• Generous Leave: Take advantage of 5 weeks annual leave and comprehensive leave options for life's important moments.
• Cultural and Ceremonial leave available
• Professional Development: Access to training like Cert IV in Youth Work and ongoing educational opportunities.
• Career Stability & Growth: Secure a role within the Victorian Public Service, with clear paths for progression and internal job access.
• Clear Success Framework: Work confidently with a transparent performance and development framework.
• Relocation Assistance Available: To support your transition into our team, eligible new employees can access up to $10,000 in reimbursement for relocation expenses. This assistance covers necessary costs such as travel, temporary accommodation, and furniture removal, ensuring a smooth move to join us (conditions apply)

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Aboriginal community, both society and culture, and the issues impacting it.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and work effectively with the Victorian Aboriginal community.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders and support the needs of Aboriginal young people in custody.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
For more information on the skills and experience that we are looking for in our new team members, please read the job description document attached and or contact the Aboriginal Liaison Officer - Unit Operations Manager, Nakia Firebrace on 0461 452 706 or at
If your application progress post interview *You will be required to provide confirmation of Aboriginality (COA) as this is a requirement of the role and under the special measures act of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.
We will be holding an information session Thursday 22nd February 2024 at 6.00pm at Parkville Youth Justice Precinct - 900 Park St, Parkville VIC 3052. If you would like to learn more and the role, working in Youth Justice and the Department of Justice and Community Safety.
Please register here to attend our information session on Thursday 22nd February 2024 at 6.00pm.
REGISTER HERE -
Applications close: 11:59pm, Thursday 14 March 2024.
How to Apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. 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.
Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Workforce unit throughout the recruitment process. Please visit for further information or email
Building better futures
Young people can work on getting their lives back on track. Their efforts are supported by programs and services backed by world-leading research on rehabilitation. We want young people to return home with the confidence that they can thrive in their own communities
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.