Services Officer

Overview

The Housing Services Officer role is a client facing position which supports the delivery of the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing's housing program and plays a vital role in supporting client-centered services to individuals and families who seek housing assistance or reside in public housing.

• Assess client's needs and provide advice on housing options from a range of established policy, procedures and standards.
• Prepare routine cases with well established procedures and represent the Department at Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).
• Apply early intervention strategies to sustain tenancies.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)