At a Glance
- Tasks: Support prison industries and help prisoners build work skills through office support.
- Company: Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC, committed to community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Earn $81,496 - $98,955 per year plus super in a meaningful role.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied tasks and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping prisoners prepare for life after release.
- Qualifications: Strong admin skills and computer literacy; no formal qualifications needed.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
Help prisoners build work skills through your day-to-day support. Support prison industries at Loddon Prison and Middleton. Put your office skills to work in a role with purpose. Enjoy varied tasks, from managing orders to tracking budgets and supporting staff.
Fixed-term, full-time role for 12 months, earning $81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus super.
About us: Loddon Prison consists of a 477-bed medium risk facility, and Middleton a 236-bed restricted minimum facility.
What you will do: As business support officer, you will help run work and training programs at Loddon Prison and Middleton. You will support managers and help prisoners prepare for work after release. You will:
- provide reliable office support, arrange meetings and help manage staff rosters
- manage purchase orders, track production costs and keep accurate financial records
- prepare clear reports, review data and suggest ways to improve services
- coordinate prisoner pay, job changes and work history records
- maintain detailed safety records, including tool and chemical registers, and help staff use computer systems
The role may be required to cover leave or provide support for other administrative areas within Loddon Prison and Middleton. This position may also require direct prisoner contact.
About you: You do not need formal qualifications for this role. You can bring strong administration or business support skills to help you succeed. You should also have:
- computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Oracle, PIMS, JETS and Centurion
- office management and administration qualifications or experience
- workplace safety knowledge relevant to manufacturing and service industries
- clear communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt, work with others and support an inclusive workplace
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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 impacting 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.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
Business Support Officer in Colac employer: Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC
The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a culturally safe environment while driving systemic change within the justice system for the Aboriginal community. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the department offers meaningful opportunities to engage with the community and contribute to impactful reparations initiatives, all within a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises self-determination and respect for Aboriginal voices.
Contact Details:
Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC Recruitment Team
