"Investigations and Communications Coordinator"

Role type: Full Time; Continuing

Department: Business Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

Salary: UOM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% super

• Shape campus-wide security strategies / Lead high-profile investigations / Influence university safety policies
• Apply now to lead cutting-edge security operations and shape safety strategies at Australia's top university
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As the Investigations and Communications Coordinator at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding one of Australia's premier academic institutions. You'll develop and implement innovative crime prevention strategies, manage high-profile security operations, and lead critical investigations. This role offers you the opportunity to shape campus-wide safety policies, collaborate with diverse stakeholders including law enforcement, and contribute to the security of a vibrant university community.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategy Development: Create and implement crime prevention and mitigation strategies across the university.
• Training Leadership: Prepare and deliver high-quality security training programs for university stakeholders.
• Event Security Management: Oversee security arrangements for special events, including VIP visits and major campus activities.
• Incident Investigation: Manage investigations of criminal activities on university premises, liaising with police as needed.
• Risk Analysis: Conduct security reviews and provide expert advice on mitigating safety threats.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Consult with diverse university groups to ensure effective security service delivery.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced security professional with a strong background in law enforcement or investigations, possessing excellent analytical skills and the ability to lead complex security operations in a diverse, high-profile environment.

You may also:

• Have substantial experience in law enforcement and incident investigation at a managerial level.
• Demonstrate extensive experience in criminal investigations and evidence gathering.
• Show proven ability in risk analysis and security provision for major events.
• Possess excellent organizational and report-writing skills for senior management.
• Exhibit strong leadership abilities in motivating and managing diverse teams.
• Have experience in developing and delivering security training programs.
• Show proficiency in using electronic security systems for incident management.
• Demonstrate strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification in law enforcement or a security-related field (desirable).
• Have a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable).
• Be willing to undergo a police check if required.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Business Services

Business Services provides a full range of class leading information technology, facilities management, finance, HR and health and safety services to all operating entities of the University.

Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.

Applications close: Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-010071 - Investigations & Communications Coordinator PD.pdf JR-010071 - Investigations & Communications Coordinator PD.doc