Investigator, Enforcement and Compliance

2 months ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Premier & Cabinet Full time

The First Peoples - State Relations Group is seeking talented and passionate individuals committed to progressing the Victorian Government's nation leading work with First Peoples.
This is a unique opportunity to work in new and innovative ways that recognise First Peoples as the self-determining drivers of Aboriginal affairs in Victoria. This role will contribute to the ground-breaking work of the Group in the areas of truth, treaty, self-determination and cultural rights.
As an Investigator, you will undertake regulatory investigations and conduct compliance and enforcement action under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006. This includes compiling prosecution briefs of evidence and preparing reports.
Investigators also contribute to the training for Authorised Officers and Aboriginal Heritage Officers, and the ongoing development of internal policies and procedures.
About you
- Demonstrated experience in conducting investigations in a compliance, regulatory or law enforcement environment
- Analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills
- Strong critical analysis and report writing skills, with a high degree of attention to detail
- Well-developed interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

Please note that some travel across Victoria is necessary to undertake this role and a current driver's licence is required.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).

Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.



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