Senior Manager, Integrity and Corruption Investigations

• Lead and deliver the Integrity and Corruption Investigations team strategy and program of work
• Great opportunity with an ongoing role in a busy and diverse business unit
• VPS6 salary: $138,631 to $185,518 plus superannuation

About Us:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS) delivers a trusted justice and community safety system that works together to build a just, safe and resilient Victoria. The Integrity and Investigations Unit oversees fraud and corruption prevention and investigations, technology-led detection and analysis, engagement with integrity agencies and DJCS' integrity culture program.

Integrity and Investigations is responsible for leading:

• Corruption investigations, confidential assessments and referral of Public Interest Disclosures.
• DJCS' engagement with agencies such as the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) and the Victorian Ombudsman (VO).
• Investigations into suspected integrity breaches using technology-led detection and analysis.
• Integrity and child safety understanding, buy-in, culture and legislative compliance.

About the Role:

The Senior Manager of Integrity and Corruption Investigations plays a pivotal role in leading a specialised team responsible for delivering comprehensive internal investigation services. This position oversees the administration of DJCS's Public Interest Disclosure (PID) framework, safeguarding confidentiality and providing welfare support to disclosers. Additionally, the Senior Manager provides expert investigative support to the Honorary Justices Services Support team. Reporting directly to the Director of Integrity and Investigations, this role is central to driving strategic initiatives, fostering a culture of accountability, and enhancing the department's overall integrity framework.

About You:

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Advanced knowledge of trauma-informed, victimcentric investigation techniques, including evidence gathering, interview processes, and report writing.
• Expertise in managing complex investigations into employee misconduct, fraud, corruption, privacy breaches, and other ethical breaches.
• Deep understanding of PID frameworks, including handling sensitive disclosures, welfare support, and compliance with PID legislation.
• Strong knowledge of the IBAC Act 2011 and related mandatory reporting requirements, with experience in preparing and reviewing reports for IBAC and the Victorian Ombudsman.

How to Apply:

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

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.