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Departments and Agencies

The Victorian Public Service employs over 32,000 people across 10 departments and various administrative offices. Our staff work throughout the state in a range of challenging and interesting jobs, covering all work types and at all levels.

The following departments and agencies currently participate in the Graduate Recruitment and Development (GRAD) Scheme.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD)
Department of Human Services (DHS)
Department of Transport (DOT)
Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD)
Department of Justice (DOJ)
Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC)
Department of Primary Industries (DPI)
Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE)
Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF)
Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD)
Essential Services Commission (ESC)
State Services Authority (SSA)
Victoria Police (VICPOL)
Victorian Auditor-General’s Office

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD)

Website: Department of Education and Early Childhood Development

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development provides access to high-quality education for all Victorian children. The Department offers a variety of career opportunities in a multitude of disciplines.

The Department employs over 52,000 staff (teachers, other school-based staff as well as Victorian Public Service and executive staff), located in Melbourne and throughout Victoria.

Dynamic roles exist in policy, strategic planning, management, IT, research, curriculum, vocational education, human resources, finance and communications.

The Department offers graduates a stimulating and rewarding career – an opportunity to contribute to the delivery of education in Victoria.

Department of Human Services (DHS)

Web site: Department of Human Services

The Department of Human Services plans, funds and delivers health, community and housing services in line with the government's vision for making Victoria a stronger, more caring and innovative state.

We are Victoria's largest state government department and directly employ around 13,000 people. We also fund organisations such as hospitals, aged-care facilities, ambulance services and community service agencies that collectively employ more than 80,000 people.

We offer graduates the opportunity to work in a range of roles including:
  • economics
  • information technology
  • accounting/finance
  • policy development
  • program administration, project management
  • contract management.
Graduates will add value directly to the community and have a chance to work on interesting projects. They will also have opportunities to develop professional networks and be part of an organisation that values diversity.

The breadth of our department means that graduates will develop skills in many areas and will work with skilled and committed colleagues to achieve a rewarding career.

Department of Transport (DOT)

Web site: Department of Transport

The Department of Infrastructure (DOT) is the lead provider of essential infrastructure in Victoria. This includes overseeing Victoria’s transport systems, delivering infrastructure projects and managing major capital projects.
Working for DOT offers a unique opportunity to build your career while building Victoria. You will participate in large scale 'once in a generation' and cutting edge science and technology projects. The experience will provide you with specialist knowledge and skills that are highly sought after in the global arena.

DOT has over 1500 staff located in the metropolitan area, who play a vital role in the delivery of major infrastructure improvements that will benefit Victorians for many years to come. There are a range of challenging roles including engineering, project management, IT, media and communications, human resource management, policy development and finance.

Being part of DOT’s graduate experience means you can:
  • Realise your career goals
  • Participate in our continuous learning environment
  • Enjoy work and life balance programs
  • Be part of a high performing team
  • Connect with social and professional networks
  • Help shape Victoria’s future
  • Access world-class resources.

Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD)

Web site: Deparment of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development

The Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development plays a leading role in taking Victoria forward as a strong, innovative and internationally-competitive economy. The Department is responsible for economic and regional development, export promotion, investment attraction and marketing Victoria as a tourist destination.
The Department works closely with its stakeholders and other government agencies to create growth opportunities, encourage innovation and ensure that Victoria has a fair and competitive environment in which to do business.

Department of Justice (DOJ)

Web site: Department of Justice

The Department of Justice delivers justice services to Victoria. The Department also provides strategic policy advice to the Victorian Government regarding police, courts, corrections, emergency services, consumer protection and the regulation of gaming and racing.

The Department offers a variety of career options from a diverse range of disciplines. Graduates benefit from extensive learning and development opportunities and executive mentoring and networking. They are given stimulating and challenging work that will make a real difference to the lives of all Victorians.

The Justice portfolio employs over 21,000 staff. Staff are located across metropolitan and regional areas. Our business units and statutory entities align under eight key functions:
  • all police and prosecution functions
  • administration of the court system
  • provision of the prison and community corrections services
  • administration of various tribunals and agencies established to protect citizens' rights
  • emergency management
  • emergency services
  • policy on racing and gaming issues
  • provision of legal advice to government.
We offer career opportunities in a range of challenging roles that include policy, IT, finance, human resources, accounting, research, strategic projects and planning, law, media and communications.

Being part of the Justice Portfolio provides you’ll have the opportunity to contribute towards achieving our vision for a safe, just, innovative and thriving Victoria – where rights are protected and diversity is embraced.

Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC)

Web site: Department of Premier and Cabinet

The Department of Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of Government and Cabinet. We also:
  • provide strategic policy leadership
  • encourage the development of whole of government initiatives
  • support the Cabinet process (including Cabinet sub-committees) and assess the impact of government decisions and actions
  • deliver services and programs (Government Information and Communication Technologies, Arts Victoria).
Our key objectives include giving high-quality policy advice to the Premier and Government, and continuously improving the capacity, integrity and interdependence of the Victorian public sector.

The Department’s key Portfolio Agencies are the Chief Parliamentary Counsel, Ombudsman Victoria, State Services Authority and the Office of the Governor.

Department of Primary Industries (DPI)

Web site: Department of Primary Industries

The Department of Primary Industries manages and regulates the use of Victoria’s natural resources. We encourage industries to develop natural resources in the most efficient and sustainable way by using world-class science.

Working in the Department can broaden your horizons, boost your networks and help you realise your career potential across a multi-faceted department. We nurture specialist skills and training in a rewarding and challenging environment.

The Department has over 2,600 staff spread across 83 locations in Victoria.

Our work continually improves how primary industries perform. We do this by encouraging primary industries to adopt new technologies and practices. Our world-class science and project management helps us provide information and advice on the sustainable use of Victoria’s natural resources.

We offer a range of interesting and challenging careers in the energy resources sector, scientific research and development, strategic planning and policy development, IT, finance, human resource management or marketing and communications.

Being part of the Department of Primary Industries gives you the chance to work in an environment with others who are committed to improving the quality of life for all Victorians, now and into the future.

Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE)

Web site: Department of Sustainability and Environment

The Department of Sustainability and Environment assists in delivering the Government's vision to position Victoria as a world leader in sustainability.

We employ 2,700 staff who work in 90 different locations across the state. The Department has annual funding of around $1 billion.

The Department of Sustainability and Environment has a vision for Victoria:
  • healthy natural assets
  • efficient use of natural resources
  • reduced environmental impacts
  • liveable and sustainable communities.
Our responsibilities include:
  • sustainable water management and supply
  • sustainable catchment management
  • services for management and governance of Victoria's parks
  • services for biodiversity, conservation, ecosystem, heritage recreation and tourism
  • public land and sustainable forest-management services
  • fire-prevention operations and planning environment
  • urban and regional strategies and programs
  • sustainability and Greenhouse Policy
  • sustainable cities, regions and heritage conservation
  • land information
  • policy frameworks, regulations and services to protect the environment.

Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF)

Web site: Department of Treasury and Finance

The Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) provides leadership in economic, financial and resource management shaping the long-term economic outlook of the State.

If you want to apply your skills to real issues affecting Victoria, the Department of Treasury and Finance is a great place to work. As a central government agency, DTF will provide an opportunity to be involved in the development and implementation of Government policy.

The Department fosters an agile and professional working environment and the work of the Department crosses a number of disciplines including economics, finance, accounting, business analysis, public policy, project management and administration.

Approximately 550 people are employed by DTF, and all are located in the Melbourne CBD.

DTF staff work on leading edge economic, financial and resource management policy decision-making. The work you do will have a direct impact on the lives of all Victorians – you can play a role in helping to shape the long term economic outlook of the State and making a difference to all Victorians.

Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD)

Web site: Department of Planning and Community Development

The Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) has been established to closely link planning with community development to build active, confident, and inclusive communities. The Victorian Government is committed to delivering improvements in urban planning and development, particularly in the outer suburbs and regional areas where strong growth is expected.

Essential Services Commission (ESC)

Web site: Essential Services Commission

The Essential Services Commission is an independent statutory economic regulator.

Under legislation, the Commission’s primary objective is to protect the long-term interests of Victorian consumers with regard to the price, quality and reliability of essential services such as electricity, gas, water and ports.

The Commission’s role involves regulating prices, service standards, market conduct and consumer protection. We also investigate regulatory matters that affect Victoria’s essential services and advise the Government. As part of the Commission you will use your skills to improve the economic development and quality of life of all Victorians.

The Commission has an open and friendly culture, great benefits including strong support for professional development, and an opportunity to build a career in economic regulation that suits you.

The Commission is headed by a full-time chairperson and two part-time commissioners, and has around 60 support staff.

State Services Authority (SSA)

Web site: State Services Authority

Every day the public sector delivers a diverse range of government services. The State Services Authority works to improve the performance of the Victorian public sector so those services are provided more effectively and efficiently.

We offer career opportunities that reflect the diverse issues and challenges confronting the Victorian Public Service and the broader public sector.

The State Services Authority is a small organisation with 60 employees situated in Melbourne’s CBD. The Authority reports directly to the Premier, operating separately from the daily activities of departments and agencies.

We offer roles in policy development, research, strategic planning, data collection and analysis, project management, and administration.

The State Services Authority offers the opportunity to work on the challenges of tomorrow, today!

Victoria Police (VICPOL)

Web site: Victoria Police

Victoria Police enforces laws, prevents and reduces the incidence and impact of crime and provides community assistance and support to ensure a safe and secure society.

We offer broad-ranging career opportunities that reflect the diverse requirements of our large organisation. Over 2,000 staff across Victoria provide essential support to police officers. Our staff work in a range of challenging roles including forensic science, IT, finance, human resource management, research, strategic planning, media and communications and crime analysis.

Employment opportunities exist in metropolitan as well as regional centres.

Being part of Victoria Police means you have the opportunity to make a difference to the community.

Victorian Auditor-General's Office

Web site: Victorian Auditor-General

The Auditor-General’s role is to improve performance and accountability in the Victorian public sector. Clients cover the health, education, water, local government, insurance, treasury and superannuation sectors.

As an Office specialising in audit, we offer you the chance to develop all-round audit skills, or to specialise in areas such as financial, information systems or performance auditing.

We offer our staff excellent conditions of employment, including:
  • challenging assignments
  • ongoing training
  • flexible working arrangements
  • study assistance and mentoring.
The Auditor-General employs over 100 qualified professionals from a number of disciplines ranging from Accountancy, Economics, Social Sciences, Education, and Information Technology.

A career with the Office gives unrivalled variety in audit experience.