Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1889291
This position is Fixed Term until 1 November 2026.
About the Role
The Investigations Adviser is part of a team of expert advisers providing procedural assistance and advice to managers and principals in their management of complaints and allegations of employee misconduct, and in the implementation of unsatisfactory performance procedures, and allegations related to child safety (reportable conduct).
Capabilities
This role requires a proactive individual, who has experience working in a sensitive, confidential environment. You will be a team player, someone who can support and motivate those around you.
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
How to apply
Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role in line with the duties, required capabilities and the Key Selection Criteria.
About the Department
The Department of Education (DE) leads the delivery of education and development services to children and students both directly through government schools and indirectly through the regulation and funding of early childhood services and non-government schools.
About the Division
The Conduct and Integrity Division provides expert advice and support to Victorian government school principals and other people managers in the Department of Education on managing employee conduct and performance including child safety concerns and fraud and corruption.
There are four branches within the Division:
The Division leads critical functions with respect to both school and corporate employees and operations:
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Nicole Willis, Acting Manager, Conduct and Performance Investigations via : (03) 7022 2046 or [email protected].
The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page.
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Preferred applicants may be required to have a Working with Children Check, a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 22 October 2025.