Overview
Join Victoria's Youth Justice Precinct at Cherry Creek. Deliver stores' services across at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct. Contribute to improving the outcomes of young people's futures.
About This Role
* Join Victoria's Youth Justice Precinct at Cherry Creek.
* Deliver stores' services across at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct.
* Contribute to improving the outcomes of young people's futures.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (Youth Justice) is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria, focusing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime. Youth Justice is an area within the department and is committed to the departmental values: serve the community, work together, act with integrity, respect other people and make it happen.
Youth Justice custodial centres accommodate young people aged 12-18 years who have been remanded or sentenced by the Children's Court, and some 18-21 year olds sentenced by Adult Courts to a youth justice custodial centre. Youth Justice Custodial Services aim to engage young people in change by addressing their offending behaviour and equipping them with the skills required for positive community participation, within a safe and secure environment.
Key Details
* 2x ongoing, full-time positions and 1x fixed term 6-month position based at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct, with flexible work across other Youth Justice Custodial Precincts (Parkville & Malmsbury as required).
* VPS2 role: $60,295 - $77,430 per year plus super.
* As part of a team, deliver stores' services across the sites to meet objectives, service delivery standards and timelines, specified budgetary outcomes, stakeholder expectations and client needs.
* Ensure goods are received, orders filled and delivered in a timely and diligent manner.
* Assist in producing clear, concise, accurate and timely financial management reports to management, including Oracle financial system and MYOB inventory system.
* Ensure all purchases align with DJCS Purchasing and Funding Guidelines. Maintain quality assurance activities of the store, including stocktaking, boards of survey, and condemning processes.
To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have
* Experience in financial and stock management systems and software applications for stock control and purchasing.
* Experience providing administrative services, preferably within a government environment.
* Previous experience with Microsoft Suite.
* A current driver's licence is required due to the need to work across different locations.
* A valid forklift licence is desirable.
You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) to be maintained by the employee for the period of employment.
What's in It For You
You will be working for the Department of Justice and Community Safety, which is one arm of the Victorian State Government, a recognized top employer of choice nationally. All our staff work to the vision of a safe, just, innovative and thriving Victoria. There are many advantages in working for the department, including:
* Job stability – member of the Victorian Public Service (VPS).
* A fair salary – great work conditions and salary sacrificing options.
* Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, with professional development plans agreed with your manager.
* Generous leave entitlements – various forms of leave including personal, parental, carers, study, cultural, compassionate, and sick leave.
* Employee Assistance Program support – confidential counselling services for emotional stress, relationship issues, conflict, and financial planning.
If you have any queries, please contact Julie Crea on or
Additional Equity and Recruitment Information
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants may utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team during the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates may contact for cultural support and guidance. For Aboriginal Designated and Prioritised positions, a Certificate of Aboriginality (CoA) will be required prior to an offer of employment.
We value diversity and aim to represent Victorians in our workforce. We welcome people of any gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and cultural background, and support the Victorian Government's commitment to increasing the number of veterans in the public sector.
If this sounds like a compelling job that matches your skills, please APPLY NOW. Applications close 11:59pm, Wednesday 28 January 2026.
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 national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact the person listed in this advertisement.
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.
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