Reception Services Officer

1 week ago

Melbourne Eastern Suburbs, Australia Victorian Government Full time

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Casual

**Salary**: $60,295 - $77,430

**Grade**:VPS 2

**Occupation**:Administration

**Location**:Melbourne - Eastern suburbs

**Reference**:VG/386762A

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a
safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+
equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are
disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across
metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be
backgrounds and abilities..

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For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and
**THE ROLE**

The Reception Services Officer is a critical position within the East Division, Department of Families, Fairness and Housing. The role is public facing and can be the first interaction an individual has with the organisation. The role is responsible for assisting clients, the general public and other service providers with the purpose of their contact and ensuring they are provided with accurate, up to date information or referred to the right person/agency.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- As part of a team, deliver a high quality telephone and reception service to clients, service providers and members of the public by maintaining a welcoming and professional manner, acknowledging all visitors and callers, respecting diversity and responding promptly to their needs in turn.
- Attend appropriately to each individual enquiry by taking a helpful approach, establishing the purpose of the visit or call, assessing the service required and providing the appropriate response.
- Maintain effective working relationships, liaise efficiently and professionally with all levels of staff.

**Please open the position description to read more.**

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

- Applications close Wednesday 10 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 27 August 2025

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