Forensic Officer | Document Examination Unit

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Victoria Police

Salary: $74,004 - $81,703

Occupation: Science

Reference: VG/E20032430B

The Victoria Police Forensic Services Department is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice and the public.

Victoria Police

Forensic Services Department

Lab Operations – Analytical Services

Document Examination Unit

Ongoing FO-2 Forensic Officer role available

About the role:

The Document Examination Unit examines handwritten and/or signed documents for the comparison of handwriting text and signature formations. The Unit also examines handwritten documents, printed documents, printers, photocopiers, security identity documents and the examination of documents for indentations, alterations, obliterations, and erasures.

The position provides quality and timely casework assistance to the Document Examination Unit which includes both administrative and technical support.

Your duties will include:

Exhibit handling (including the use of the laboratory exhibit management database).
Case processing and preparation of case files for caseworkers.
Under direction and supervision from caseworkers, undertake evidence recovery adhering to established methodologies and procedures.
Perform instrument checks within the unit, including keeping records where necessary.
Perform a range of administrative tasks for the unit including but not limited to procurement, maintaining records (electronic and hard copy), database entry, preparation of in-house and national database submissions, casework and exhibit holdings auditing and responding to customer inquiries.
Present factual evidence in Courts of Law where required.
Solve routine problems using readily available information, where alternatives are limited.
Assist in prioritising tasks to achieve specified targets.
Perform work individually and as a member of a team.
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:

A scientific or technical qualification is desirable.
A Victorian Drivers Licence and the ability to obtain a Victoria Police Approved Drivers Authority.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only).
Ongoing Forensic Officer Level 2 position available.
Position is located at 31 Forensic drive Macleod, Victoria.
How to apply
Your application must include:

Resume
Completed application form – Application form is attached to the advertisement. You must respond to the questions in the application form and attach same for your submission to be complete.
Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through the following platform: Job Skills Exchange (JSE) and careers.vic.gov.au website. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

Current Victorian Government employees must apply via Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE).

Applications close midnight, Wednesday 11th September 2024.

For further information on this role please contact: Kylie Edwards on (03) +450-3540 or via email kylie.edwards@police.vic.gov.au

We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact VPS Recruitment via email forensic-recruit-estab-mgr@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) +450-+760.

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports 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.

Having a workforce that reflects the community we serve is important to Victoria Police. We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, ****** orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you are interested in a position, we encourage you to apply as we celebrate the benefit that diversity brings to our employees, our services, and our community.

Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps

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