Title:  Security Officer

The Office of the Governor

The Office of the Governor provides advice and support to the Governor of Victoria and spouse.  It also supports constitutional and ceremonial duties, manages an extensive program of engagements and visits for the Governor throughout Victoria and overseas, and undertakes various works at Government House. 

Values

The Office of the Governor upholds and demonstrates the values of the VPS. Our values are adopted from the Public Administration Act 2004:

• Integrity
  • • Be honest, open and transparent in all dealings, reporting improper conduct and avoiding any real or apparent conflicts of interest.
• Leadership
  • • Be approachable and actively implement, promote and support these values.
• Responsiveness
  • • Providing frank, impartial and timely advice while identifying and promoting best practice.
• Impartiality
  • • Making decisions and providing advice on merit without bias, caprice, favouritism or self-interest.
• Accountability
  • • Working to clear objectives in a transparent manner and accepting responsibility for decisions and actions.
• Respect
  • • Demonstrate respect for colleagues, other public officials and members of the Victorian community by treating them fairly and objectively while using their views to improve outcomes.
• Human Rights
  • • Respect and promote the human rights set out in the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities by actively implementing, promoting and supporting human rights.

Our commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity

• The Office of the Governor is an equal opportunity employer and our recruitment process focuses on essential skills and abilities. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.
• The Office of the Governor values its people and is committed to attracting, developing and retaining diverse talent. DPC actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate based on age, sex, carer or parental status, disability, race, religious belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristics.
• It is a policy of the Office to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability.

Working flexibly to balance work and life

• The Office of the Governor recognises that balancing work and life is important both to our employees and in maintaining a diverse, adaptive and high-performing workforce. Employees of the Office of the Governor may request flexible work arrangements to assist them in balancing their work and life commitments. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible arrangements with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.

Security Operations Branch

The Security Operations Branch’s key role is to manage and co-ordinate the security operations for the Office of the Governor.

The unit’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Oversight and co-ordination of security including monitor alarm and CCTV systems, and responding to security related issues for the Office of the Governor
2. Working closely with Victoria Police to manage the security environment and functions for the Office of the Governor including liaising with Victoria Police Protective Service Officers.

Duties

• Perform day-to-day security tasks which support the operations of the Office of the Governor, which include liaison with Victoria Police Protective Services Officers. 
• Monitor security systems and action security incidents with appropriate responses.
• Maintain focus and observe the activities associated with asset protection.
• Use appropriate methods of communication to report incidents or issues.
• Contribute to the reporting of any faults or defects observed throughout shifts to the appropriate persons.
• Provide accurate and relevant advice to queries, in line with defined processes.
• Maintain and update security systems as required.
• Assist in various roles on days when events are scheduled.
• Oversee deliveries and contractor access.
• Understand and comply with all health, safety and risk management policies and procedures.
• Perform as a member of the Office of the Governor any other duties as directed by the Security Manager.

Key selection criteria

Customer Service

• Is resourceful and proactive in providing services
• Looks for continuous improvement opportunities and ways to innovate and encourages others to do the same
• Takes responsibility for correcting problems promptly and without becoming defensive

Planning and Organising

• Puts a high priority on accomplishment and attaining results
• Distinguishes between the more and less critical activities and operates accordingly, reviewing and adjusting as required
• Attention to detail, using systems and procedures.

Communication Skills

• Prepares emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language
• Confidently conveys ideas and information in a clear and concise manner
• Makes a positive impression on others

Flexibility and Adaptability

• Readily adapts to changing circumstances
• Is open to new ideas, approaches and viewpoints
• Recognises the merits of different options and acts accordingly

Teamwork

• Collaborates and supports others in the pursuit of common goals
• Shows respect for others' views and contributions
• Accommodates and works well with the different working styles of others
• Self-motivated and the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision

Ethics

• A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to the Victorian   Public Sector Values.

Desirable requirements

• Demonstrated experience in security operations, police or military would be beneficial but not essential.
• Knowledge of access control systems would be advantageous.
• Experience in managing CCTV operations is desirable.
• Flexibility in working to an agreed shift pattern to cover 24 hours over 365 days

Security requirements and other relevant information

Pre-employment misconduct screening requirements

• The Office of the Governor is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department’s obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act). Therefore, there is a requirement that all OOG employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to undertake duties outside of their homes (unless an exception applies). To be able to meet the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions and for the department to meet its obligations under the OH&S Act, the department will request employees provide their vaccination information. Request for vaccination information or evidence of an exemption will be made in the pre-employment stage and inability to provide this may impact your subsequent employment to the Office of the Governor.
• Before a final offer of employment is made, preferred candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment misconduct screening declaration and consent form. Further information on pre-employment misconduct screening requirement is available from the VPSC website.

The inherent requirements of this role and intrinsic risk(s) will be considered by OOG in assessing declarations of misconduct in previous workplaces.

• Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment health declaration.
• Candidates are advised that the key selection criteria must be addressed. Visit http://www.careers.vic.gov.au/vacancies/tips-for-applying for guidelines and tips for applying for government positions and addressing key selection criteria.
• Applicants must be an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• The successful candidate will be employed pursuant to the relevant Victorian Public Service Agreement.
• The position description is indicative of the initial expectation of the role and subject to changes to organisational goals and priorities, activities or focus of the job.
• The preferred candidate will be required to undergo security checks which may include fingerprinting.
• Recipients of VPS departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
• External applicants will be subject to a probation period of six (6) months.
• While this position is located at Government House, the position may be required to work at other locations, in accordance with the provisions of the relevant Victorian Public Service Determination.

Occupational health and safety responsibilities

In the context of OHS policies, procedures, training and instruction, as detailed in Section 25 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, employees are responsible for ensuring they:

• Follow reasonable instruction
• Cooperate with their employer
• At all times, take reasonable care for their and others’ safety in the workplace.