Policy Officer

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Ongoing - Full Time

Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning

**Salary**: $92,332 - $104,762

Occupation: Policy

Reference: 4738

**About the Role**

The Policy Officer in Freight Policy and Strategy contributes to key policy and strategy projects and initiatives relating to freight in Victoria. These projects are designed to deliver the Victorian Freight Plan: Delivering the Goods and contribute to the DoT vision of simple, safe connected journeys. The position will provide advice to senior management and Minister on these matters and will contribute to policy and budget submissions as required.

**Further detail can be found in the position description** here**

**Position Outcomes / Accountabilities**
- Contribute to the development and provision of advice and sound policy recommendations to senior management and government.
- Undertake research and contribute to the development of a range of policy and initiatives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
- Assist the monitoring and reporting on high priority issues, risks and trends and assist to prepare and present comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex issues.
- Support effective working relationships and the flow of information across the department and with key external stakeholders.
- Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.

**Key selection criteria**

**Qualifications and Experience**
**Desirable**
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant or a related discipline. Role Specific Requirements
- Driver’s License (Highly desirable)
- Involve evening or weekend work including occasional overnight travel.
- You may be required to undertake a medical and other safety compliance requirement

**What we offer**
- Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable.
- Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
- A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork.
- Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs.
- We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture.

**Culture Value**
We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

**How to Apply**

DTP Employees or DTP Affiliates with VicGov People Login

Non-DTP Employees (Including VPS outside of DTP)
Create an account by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and follow the prompts. For help, click here for Quick Reference Guide.

**Applications close at 11:59 PM on Tuesday, 9th July 2024.**

For more information, **contact Sarah J Bowtell

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