Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Other
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: DJCS/1916568
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ****** orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
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 more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
Drive meaningful change. Shape safer custodial environments.
Ongoing, full‑time role
VPS Grade 5: $113,022 – $136,747 + superannuation
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) is seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Officer, Operational Policy and Projects team to help drive transformation, enhance operational safety, and embed a culture of continuous improvement across Victoria's custodial system.
About Us
Corrections Victoria, part of the Corrections and Justice Services group within DJCS, oversees the state's adult custodial corrections system.
Our vision: Safer Prisons, Safer People, Safer Communities.
Our mission: A safer, smarter system with a skilled and supported workforce, empowering better decisions for people in our care.
You will be part of the System Performance Branch, which brings together expertise in:
Operational Assurance, Compliance and Reviews
Continuous Improvement
Statewide Operational Support
This branch plays a key role in shaping statewide policies, guiding operational decisions, strengthening safety, and supporting prisons through change.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Continuous Improvement Operational policy & projects within the Continuous improvement stream, you will be responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance operations and safety within prisons.
Working closely with frontline and management teams, you will:
Lead and support change and continuous improvement initiatives
Plan and deliver system‑wide projects
Interpret and navigate a complex operating and legislative environment
Develop robust frameworks, policies, tools and reports
Provide high‑quality advice to senior leaders
Foster a culture of innovation, learning and evidence‑based decision‑making
This role is based at 121 Exhibit ion Street, Melbourne, with flexible working arrangements and regular travel to custodial sites as required.
Key Responsibilities
Champion and embed continuous improvement across custodial operations
Drive change initiatives that strengthen operational performance and outcomes
Develop tools, templates, processes and systems to support high‑quality reporting and business case delivery
Use research, analysis and innovative thinking to inform decision‑making and shape future initiatives
Prepare complex briefings, correspondence and policy materials under tight timeframes
About You
You bring:
A strong track record of leading organisational change in complex statutory or operational environments
A deep understanding of the custodial system and the broader landscape in which it operates
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, paired with strong analytical capability
The confidence and agility to “hit the ground running” in a dynamic and growing team
Desirable: Qualifications or experience in project management, policy development or related disciplines.
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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) 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.
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 i mpacting 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.
Applications close Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
7 April 2026
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Other
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: DJCS/1916568
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ****** orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
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 more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
Drive meaningful change. Shape safer custodial environments.
Ongoing, full‑time role
VPS Grade 5: $113,022 – $136,747 + superannuation
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) is seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Officer, Operational Policy and Projects team to help drive transformation, enhance operational safety, and embed a culture of continuous improvement across Victoria's custodial system.
About Us
Corrections Victoria, part of the Corrections and Justice Services group within DJCS, oversees the state's adult custodial corrections system.
Our vision: Safer Prisons, Safer People, Safer Communities.
Our mission: A safer, smarter system with a skilled and supported workforce, empowering better decisions for people in our care.
You will be part of the System Performance Branch, which brings together expertise in:
Operational Assurance, Compliance and Reviews
Continuous Improvement
Statewide Operational Support
This branch plays a key role in shaping statewide policies, guiding operational decisions, strengthening safety, and supporting prisons through change.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Continuous Improvement Operational policy & projects within the Continuous improvement stream, you will be responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance operations and safety within prisons.
Working closely with frontline and management teams, you will:
Lead and support change and continuous improvement initiatives
Plan and deliver system‑wide projects
Interpret and navigate a complex operating and legislative environment
Develop robust frameworks, policies, tools and reports
Provide high‑quality advice to senior leaders
Foster a culture of innovation, learning and evidence‑based decision‑making
This role is based at 121 Exhibit ion Street, Melbourne, with flexible working arrangements and regular travel to custodial sites as required.
Key Responsibilities
Champion and embed continuous improvement across custodial operations
Drive change initiatives that strengthen operational performance and outcomes
Develop tools, templates, processes and systems to support high‑quality reporting and business case delivery
Use research, analysis and innovative thinking to inform decision‑making and shape future initiatives
Prepare complex briefings, correspondence and policy materials under tight timeframes
About You
You bring:
A strong track record of leading organisational change in complex statutory or operational environments
A deep understanding of the custodial system and the broader landscape in which it operates
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, paired with strong analytical capability
The confidence and agility to “hit the ground running” in a dynamic and growing team
Desirable: Qualifications or experience in project management, policy development or related disciplines.
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 a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) 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.
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 i mpacting 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.
Applications close Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
7 April 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Continuous Improvement Officer 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.
