Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $124,884
Grade: PoV5
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/LA002052C
Research Officer
Economy & Infrastructure Committee
Department of the Legislative Assembly
We are seeking a Research Officer with excellent research, writing and analytical skills. This exciting role offers scope to work across diverse subject areas as the Committee's inquiries may focus on education and training, the economy, jobs, regions and transport.
How you will make a difference
In this varied role, you will draft briefings and reports for committee inquiries, undertake major research and analysis, and develop recommendations for the Committee's consideration. You will play a lead role in undertaking specific research, investigation, critical review and analysis of issues relevant to the Committee's inquiry.
You will also provide administrative assistance to the Committee which may include occasional procedural advice to Members and stakeholders.
Skills that set you apart
To succeed in this role, you will be a team player and have highly-developed communication, research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
You will also have the ability to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks subject to time constraints, plus be able to deal with the challenge of working in an all-party political environment.
Why join us?
We offer flexible work, come to the iconic heritage listed Parliament House building or our adjacent modern offices and collaborate with the team one day, work from home the next.
We understand that your health and wellbeing are integral to your success and have a range of benefits to ensure your physical and mental health are supported. These include access to health and wellbeing initiatives.
Your professional development is important to us, that's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with leadership development programs and targeted in-house training.
When you excel at your work and initiate innovative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program.
At the Parliament, our employees are the key to our success. Together we deliver innovative, professional and apolitical services to support our elected representatives and the democratic process.
Our Parliament should be reflective of the community, and that's why we seek to recruit the best, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background.
For more information about a career at Parliament visit our website.
How to apply
Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a cover letter (1-2 pages) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.
Applications close: 13 August 2025.
The process from here
Longlisted candidates will be asked to undertake a brief written exercise. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview will take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD.
Accessibility
If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact Parliament's Recruitment Team via email [email protected] or on (03) 8682 2842
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