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We are looking for a dedicated professional to join Victoria's Youth Justice Precinct at Malmsbury and deliver essential stores services across the precincts, while contributing to improving the outcomes of young people's futures.
About This Role
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) oversees the statutory supervision of young people in the Victorian criminal justice system. As part of the Youth Justice team, you will support the department’s values of serving the community, working together, acting with integrity, respecting others, and making it happen.
Opportunity
* Ongoing, full‑time, based at Malmsbury with flexible work across other Youth Justice Custodial Precincts (Parkville & Cherry Creek) as required.
* VPS2 role: $60,295 – $77,430 per year plus super.
* Deliver stores services across sites to meet objectives, service delivery standards, timelines, budgetary outcomes, stakeholder expectations and client needs.
* Ensure goods are carefully received and orders are processed and delivered on time.
* Assist in producing clear, concise, accurate and timely financial management reports, including Oracle financial system and MYOB inventory system.
* Ensure purchases comply with DJCS Purchasing and Funding Guidelines and maintain quality assurance activities (stocktaking, board of survey, condemning processes).
To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have
* Experience in financial and stock management systems for stock control and purchasing.
* Experience delivering administrative services, preferably in a government setting.
* Previous experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
* A current driver’s licence (required for work across locations).
* A valid forklift licence is desirable.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) during employment.
What’s in it for you?
* Job stability – a position in the Victorian Public Service.
* A fair salary with work‑life balance and salary‑sacrifice options.
* A transparent performance framework that supports your professional development.
* Generous leave entitlements across many leave types.
* Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling, financial counselling and retirement planning.
Important Information
The Department is committed to child safety and has a zero‑tolerance policy for racism, child abuse, and inequality. Children and young people’s rights, relationships, identity, and culture are respected and their voices heard.
How To Apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement and submit a resume and covering letter. Attachments may be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will undergo pre‑employment checks including national police checks and misconduct screening.
For adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or alternative formats for application materials, please contact the specified recruitment contact.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Representation
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Aboriginal candidates may contact the Aboriginal Recruitment Team for support. For Aboriginal Designated and Prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality (CoA) will be required.
Close Date
Applications close 11.59pm, Monday 8th December 2025.
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