Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $138,631 - $185,518
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/PES/1874756
Fixed Term Job Opportunity - VPS6 Principal Investigations Adviser
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Conduct and Integrity Division as a VPS6 Principal Investigations Adviser in the Preliminary Investigations Team for a Fixed Term period commencing 8 September 2025 until 15 July 2026.
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:
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, PIT, the Principal Investigations Adviser manages a caseload of complex matters and mentors and supports Senior Investigation Advisers and Investigations Advisers in the team.
The Principal Investigations Adviser is responsible for:
About You
This role will suit an experienced adviser who can guide and support a team, leveraging their expert knowledge and experience to drive success. You will be a logical, problem solver, with strong experience providing advice and support to a broad range of stakeholders .
As our ideal candidate, you will possess:
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.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Jonelle White via [email protected].
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
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 complete a police check and may be subject to 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 30 July 2025.