Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $232,790 - $298,488
Grade: VPS SES1
Occupation: Leadership and management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/722373
About the role:
The Director, People Services is responsible for the service delivery and support of critical workforce functions such as executive employment, HR business partnering, organisational capability, workforce planning and talent acquisition and workplace relations. Reporting to the Executive Director, People and Culture, this pivotal leadership position ensures customer-focused delivery of generalist human resource services and people solutions aligned to broader Departmental strategic objectives.
Leading a team of experts, the Director, People Services will drive organisational capability uplift in strategic business partnering in relation to people and workforce management, organisational capability, and talent acquisition strategies and deliver high quality recruitment whilst overseeing critical workplace relations advice to the department.
Collaborating with senior leaders within the Corporate Strategy and Operations division and other divisions across the department particularly with the Budget, Finance and Investment division which includes the Common Corporate Support branch (shared services function), the Director ensures consistent workforce management approaches and an excellent customer experience.
The Director also provides expert advice and support to the broader heath sector on executive recruitment matters and specifically the application of the Heath Executive Employment and Remuneration (HEER) policy.
In addition, this role champions continuous improvement and modernisation, working with senior leaders and stakeholders to drive innovation and elevate performance across the People and Culture branch.
About us:
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.
We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
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How to apply:
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and peo ple from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.
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