Senior Investigator

Description:

* Conduct complex investigations into certain allegations within the Victorian Public Sector and Police.
* Roles based in Melbourne CBD, Victoria with hybrid / flexible working arrangements
* Full-time ongoing roles, VPS5.1 $109,730 - $121,247 p.a plus super and a 10% composite allowance
Applications close 11:59pm, Friday 28th February 2025
Our organisation
IBAC's work is vitally important to Victorians - we prevent and expose public sector corruption and police misconduct.
Our vision is a public sector and police that acts with integrity for all Victorians.
Our team
People who work for IBAC are expected to have a sound understanding of and ability to demonstrate the IBAC values when dealing with Government agencies, the community and colleagues.
IBAC's values are incorporated in professional skills and behaviours for the position.
We Lead by example, Act Impartially, Work Together, Behave with Respect, Strive for Excellence.
Your new role
Join our Investigations unit as a Senior Investigator on a full-time, ongoing basis. Reporting to a Manager, Investigations and working in a multi-disciplinary team, Senior Investigators conduct complex investigations in accordance with relevant legislation and IBAC policies and procedures.
As a Senior Investigator, you will be involved in:
* Developing and implementing investigative plans and strategies outlining the process, parameters, timelines and outputs consistent with the Investigation Unit's policies and procedures.
* Preparing for and conducting interviews to determine further actions based on the information.
* Taking a lead role in the obtaining and execution of search warrants as well as the seizure of exhibits in accordance with procedures and legislation
* Preparing complex written materials including affidavits, briefs of evidence, internal reports and other documents using evidence collated and interpreted during investigations.
* Developing risk plans for investigations and implement solutions to overcome external barriers which may impede the investigation process.
* Providing guidance, advice, and support to less experienced Investigators within the investigative team to assist them in effectively conducting investigations.
Additional duties are set out in the position description. To view this, please visit the IBAC Careers webpage and click on the appropriate vacancy.
Our requirements / Your skill set
We are looking for candidates with the below experience and capabilities:
* Formal qualifications and/or training in investigations, law enforcement, or a related discipline is essential.
* Broad experience in the conduct of serious and complex investigations.
Please note that due to the requirement to attain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
Applicants must be based in, or willing to relocate to, Victoria.
Apply now
All applications should include:
* a cover letter of no more than two pages that is a "pitch" outlining your suitability for the role against the key selection criteria
* resume no longer than 5 typed pages (in Word format)
* responses to the screening questions within the application process
PDF documents are preferred.
For further information regarding the role, please contact Cameron Davey - Manager, Investigations.
Application closing date: 11:59pm, Friday 28th February 2025
We are committed to bringing together people with differing perspectives, lived experiences and skills to make choices that reflect our integrity and community, and to creating an inclusive work environment for all.
Visit: www.ibac.vic.gov.au for more information.