Operations Officer - Operational Communications

The Operations Officer Operational Communications position involves recommending and implementing policy changes for Operational Communications systems, identifying improvement opportunities, and revising the VICSES concept of operations with a focus on dispatch and alerting. The position also provides specialist advice and coordinates communication with staff and volunteers on call-taking and dispatch, including the introduction of enhanced capabilities.

• $92,332 to $104,762+ 15% Commuted Allowance + Super
• Ongoing - Full time
• The successful candidate will need to be able to travel from their home or another non-work location to the Regional office or regional ICC within 60 minutes from being notified when rostered on as the Duty Officer Outside of Ordinary Hours.

WHO WE ARE :

Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) is a volunteer-based emergency service. Our highly skilled and equipped Volunteers are trained comprehensively in a wide range of emergency environments. To minimise the impact of emergencies when they occur and strengthen the community's capacity to recover swiftly and safely, VICSES focuses on working with communities and partners in building resilience to achieve more aware, informed and prepared communities. We support them to understand their risk and the relevance of taking action before, during and after emergency events.

As the largest road rescue network in Australia we have specialist teams that provide a 24 / 7 response to road accident and trauma incidents. We assist Victoria Police in search and rescue operations, and play an important role in supporting the Country Fire Authority (CFA), Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV), Parks Victoria and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) during major bushfire and emergency incidents.

ROLE SUMMARY :

Operations Officer - Operational Communications assist the Manager Operational Communications in the delivery and usage of Operational Communications and Information Services within SES to support the delivery of Emergency Services to the community. This role is also responsible for recommending, developing, and implementing changes to policies relating to the use of VICSES Operational Communications systems, and identifying gaps in capability. The role will provide specialist advice and will coordinate communication with staff and volunteers on call taking and dispatch. This role will actively undertake operational command and control functions during specific local, regional and / or state-wide operations performing the State Duty Officer function and / or Incident Management Team (IMT) role by maintaining appropriate accreditation, ensuring the appropriate advice, support and allocation of resources for emergency readiness and response.

For more information on Commuted Allowance / IMT / Duty Officer role, please see thi s .

TO APPLY :

Please view the Position Description and submit an application via

Applications should include a cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience, along with a current resume or CV.

For further information about the role, please contact Aaron White on 0419 271 492.

Applications close Thursday, 29 August 2024.

VICSES is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to being a child safe organisation and are taking a leadership role in gender equality in the emergency management sector. For more information on our values and the benefits of working with us, please click here -