Position Number: 0064194
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing, 2 positions available
Department: Office of the Provost
Salary: UOM 9
- Conduct internal investigations into employee behaviors
- Work in a supportive team
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Workplace Integrity team takes a university-wide approach to address all forms of complaints regarding staff behaviour and conduct. The team effectively leverages subject matter expertise within and beyond the University to deliver tailored, effective, and efficient outcomes for each case.
This is an exciting time to join our Workplace Integrity team, supporting the Workplace Integrity Director in conducting internal investigations into employee behaviour that may breach University policies on employment, appropriate behaviour, and conduct.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Plan and undertake investigation processes that accord with procedural fairness principles and remain impartial, ethical, and supportive of those impacted
- Apply a trauma informed approach to managing the investigation process
- Conduct interviews with parties with a fair, neutral and consistent approach
- Maintain appropriate, thorough and up to date documentation of the investigation process
- Critically analyse all information gathered as part of the investigation and evaluate creditability and relevance of the evidence. Make appropriate assessment and apply judgement to draw appropriate conclusions
Who we are looking for
We’re seeking an experienced, calm and empathetic workplace investigator with a background in law, industrial relations, or human resources. You will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex information clearly. Your capacity to exercise sound judgment under pressure, navigate challenging situations, and maintain impartiality and integrity will be essential for success in this role.
You will also have:
- Tertiary qualifications/experience in Employment/Human Rights Law, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or WorkSafe/Workers’ Compensation
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in undertaking workplace investigations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and draft investigation reports
- Well-developed interviewing skills and demonstrated understanding of trauma informed principles and procedural fairness
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities and a range of matters while ensuring that best practice service delivery and robust outcomes are delivered
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Office of the Provost and Office of the Chief People Officer
The Office of the Provost supports achievement of the vision and objectives for people and community, learning and teaching, and academic performance contained in our institutional strategy - Advancing Melbourne 2030.
Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (People and Community), the CPO leads the University’s strategic agenda for people and culture, building a diverse, inclusive and vibrant community.
As a member of the Provost's Executive Group, the CPO works closely with the Vice-Chancellor, Provost, Chief Operating Officer, and other senior leaders, partnering across the institution to deliver the University's academic mission.
Leading the HR/People function, the CPO and her team support faculties and professional teams to ensure staff thrive.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
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