Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Human resources
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/0902026
The Social Services Regulator is committed to strengthening protections and rights of vulnerable Victorians accessing social services.
The Social Services Regulator is a statutory authority that was established under the Social Services Regulations Act 2021 (the Act). The Act gives effect to a comprehensive new regulatory scheme that aims to keep Victoria’s social service users safe from harms such as abuse and neglect.
The purpose of the scheme is to:
support the safe delivery of social services
embed a new set of Social Service standards for all service providers
ensure service providers understand their role in protecting the rights of social service users
define roles and responsibilities of service providers
give the Regulator monitoring and enforcement powers to respond to risks of harm
improve information sharing between regulators so they can identify and respond to risks of harm
replace the framework previously overseen by the Human Services Regulator.
The scheme applies to prescribed services set out in the Social Services Regulations 2023 (Regulations). They include:
Child protection services
Community based child and family services
Disability services
Family violence services
Homelessness services
Out of home care services
Secure welfare services
Sexual assault services
Supported residential services.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Manager, People and Culture, the Recruitment & HR Adviser role supports the Social Services Regulator's end-to-end recruitment, including reviewing applications, assisting in candidate selection, supporting interview coordination and participation, pre-employment documentation and drafting offer letters. The Recruitment & HR Adviser plays a pivotal role in ensuring recruitment processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organisational needs. This includes liaising with hiring managers, managing candidate communications, and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
Support the SSR's end to end recruitment, including reviewing applications, assisting in candidate selection, supporting interview coordination and participation, pre-employment documentation and drafting offer letters.
Provide high quality candidate care throughout the recruitment process by providing regular communication and managing candidate queries via phone and email within agreed timeframes.
Provide administrative support with the SSR's HR processes and systems, including management of the SSR's staffing profile/establishment, reporting lines and other HR related systems and reporting tools.
For more details, please open the position description.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please contact SSR HR at humanresources@ssr.vic.gov.au.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Applications close Monday 23 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
9 February 2026
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Human resources
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/0902026
The Social Services Regulator is committed to strengthening protections and rights of vulnerable Victorians accessing social services.
The Social Services Regulator is a statutory authority that was established under the Social Services Regulations Act 2021 (the Act). The Act gives effect to a comprehensive new regulatory scheme that aims to keep Victoria’s social service users safe from harms such as abuse and neglect.
The purpose of the scheme is to:
support the safe delivery of social services
embed a new set of Social Service standards for all service providers
ensure service providers understand their role in protecting the rights of social service users
define roles and responsibilities of service providers
give the Regulator monitoring and enforcement powers to respond to risks of harm
improve information sharing between regulators so they can identify and respond to risks of harm
replace the framework previously overseen by the Human Services Regulator.
The scheme applies to prescribed services set out in the Social Services Regulations 2023 (Regulations). They include:
Child protection services
Community based child and family services
Disability services
Family violence services
Homelessness services
Out of home care services
Secure welfare services
Sexual assault services
Supported residential services.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Manager, People and Culture, the Recruitment & HR Adviser role supports the Social Services Regulator's end-to-end recruitment, including reviewing applications, assisting in candidate selection, supporting interview coordination and participation, pre-employment documentation and drafting offer letters. The Recruitment & HR Adviser plays a pivotal role in ensuring recruitment processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organisational needs. This includes liaising with hiring managers, managing candidate communications, and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
Support the SSR's end to end recruitment, including reviewing applications, assisting in candidate selection, supporting interview coordination and participation, pre-employment documentation and drafting offer letters.
Provide high quality candidate care throughout the recruitment process by providing regular communication and managing candidate queries via phone and email within agreed timeframes.
Provide administrative support with the SSR's HR processes and systems, including management of the SSR's staffing profile/establishment, reporting lines and other HR related systems and reporting tools.
For more details, please open the position description.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please contact SSR HR at humanresources@ssr.vic.gov.au.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Applications close Monday 23 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
9 February 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Recruitment & HR Adviser position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
