Forensic Officer

**Victoria Police**

**Forensic Services Department**

**Forensic Integrated Sampling Unit**

**FO-2 Ongoing Forensic Officer Role available.**

**About the Unit**:
The function of the Forensic Integrated Sampling Unit is:

- To participate in the recovery of forensic material from exhibits in a multidisciplinary evidence recovery environment.
- The submission of material found on exhibits to the relevant forensic disciplines for analysis.

**About the Role**
- As part of the Forensic Integrated Sampling Unit to help achieve the functions of the unit in a timely manner.

**_As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:_**
- Under direction and supervision conduct the examination and analysis of exhibits using defined methods and procedures.
- Maintain equipment, instruments, laboratory space and document performance with respect to quality control criteria.
- Participate in services supplied by the technical support area as required.
- Participate in activities required to maintain accreditation and meet obligations as required.
- Provide recommendations to management on administrative procedures as appropriate.
- Provide general administrative assistance, respond to customer enquiries, maintain computerised records and compile statistical reports.
- As part of a team, and under direction, assist in relevant R&D projects that help improve and expand Group methodologies.
- Present evidence in Courts of law of a factual nature, in an impartial and concise manner as required.
- Prioritise casework and provide statistics to management.
- Maintain appropriate knowledge of Victoria Police and Department policies, procedures and legislation.
- Generating reports in relation to casework.
- Attending and assisting at secondary locations under direction and supervision to recover exhibits and samples where required.

**Skills & Experience**
- As the successful applicant, you will have: _
- Ability to undertake scientific/technical examinations following established procedures.
- Experience with the operation and maintenance of relevant scientific instrumentation.
- Proven administrative skills including the maintenance of detailed and accurate records.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to impart specialist knowledge and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and/or in a team environment and to manage workloads in order to meet defined/agreed targets and deadlines.
- Prepare reports and provide results on technical matters relevant to own work area.
- An understanding of the customer service requirements of the position and a demonstrated record of strong commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
- A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to the Victoria Police Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Organisational Values.

**Requirements and relevant information**:

- Ongoing Forensic Officer level 2 position available
- Position is located at 31 Forensic Drive Macleod.
- A relevant tertiary qualification would be desirable.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
- We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.

**How to apply**
- **Resume**:
**Applications close 11.59pm, Monday 10**th** November 2025.**

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.

**About Us**:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.

Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.

In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.

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