Victoria Police Forensic Services Department Lab Operations – Biometric Services Biological Sciences Group Multiple Ongoing FO-5 Unit Leader Roles available. DNA Analysis Unit, Investigative Reporting Unit & Case Reporting Unit About the Group: Units within the Biological Sciences Group (BSG) comprise VPS staff, Forensic Officers and Police members undertaking activities associated with the provision of a forensic biology service to the State of Victoria. This includes scene and laboratory-based evidence recovery, DNA analysis, DNA interpretation and reporting, and management of DNA profile samples in accordance with Section 464 of the Victorian Crimes Act 1958. About the Role As a Unit Leader, manage a defined set of functions associated with the provision of the BSG service, as well as line management responsibilities for a group of BSG staff. As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include: Manage the work Unit functions including the allocation of personnel and resources, modelling high level leadership attributes in the workplace through coaching, mentoring, guidance and performance feedback. Manage service delivery workflow processes, including regular service evaluation and future planning activities with a commitment to business improvement. Provide high level scientific/technical and professional service, including advice, leadership and guidance within the Unit and across the business as required. Integrate scientific/technical best practice within the Unit and across the business as required. Provide key advice and leadership in the development or implementation of policy and procedures. Ensure accreditation and quality requirements are achieved and maintained within the Unit. Maintain business reporting requirements and monitor future needs relevant to the work area. Display high level case management skills within the Unit and across multi-disciplinary work groups. Skills & Experience In this role you will be required to lead a team of forensic scientists and provide oversight of a workflow within BSG: DNA Analysis Unit – processing of reference DNA samples and DNA samples collected from crime scenes. Investigative Reporting Unit – volume crime case management and national DNA database functions including DNA match reporting. Case Reporting Unit – complex major crime case management including preliminary and evidential reporting. Applicants should have strong leadership and people management skills, as well as experience in forensic science service delivery. Requirements and relevant information: Ongoing Forensic Officer level 5 positions available. Positions are located at 31 Forensic Drive Macleod. A relevant approved degree or equivalent experience is required. A relevant post-graduate qualification would be desirable. The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only). The incumbent may be required to work outside the normal daily hours and attend secondary locations. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police. How to apply Your application must include: Resume Responses to the individual Selection Criteria, found in the position description attached to this advertisement. Please note responses to each KSC should be no longer than 350 words. Applications will not be accepted via email. Applications close midnight, Sunday 6th April 2025 For further information on this role contact: Robert Morgan on 03 9450 9774 or via email Robert.g.morganpolice.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 the Recruitment team via email FORENSIC-RECRUIT-ESTAB-MGRPOLICE.VIC.GOV.AU Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support 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. Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate. In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation. We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.” If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. 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