Clerk Of The Legislative Assembly

Position: 7-year contractSalary: $272,390 (SAT position) + 11% Superannuation + Fully maintained vehicleAbout the positionThe Western Australian Legislative Assembly is seeking applications for the position of Clerk of the Legislative Assembly. The role of Clerk of the Legislative Assembly is an exciting and unique opportunity to contribute to the work of the Western Australian Parliament. The Clerk of the Legislative Assembly is appointed by Commission of the Governor on the recommendation of the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly as the principal adviser to the House on matters of parliamentary law, practice and procedure. The Clerk is also the Chief Executive Officer and Accountable Officer of the Department of the Legislative Assembly. The Clerk provides strategic leadership and is ultimately responsible for the operations and delivery of services to support the requirements of the House and its committees. More information about the position can be found in the Job Description and Accountability Statement.The Legislative Assembly offers generous employment conditions and a range of workplace benefits including onsite parking, gymnasium facilities, and access to health and wellbeing initiatives.How to applyIf you’re interested in applying, please send us:a covering letter;a completed application for employment form;your resume; anda brief statement (ideally no more than three pages) addressing the selection criteria, as set out in the Job Description and Accountability Statement.Applications must be marked “Application – Confidential” and emailed to humanresources@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00 pm on 22 April 2024.The Job Description and Accountability Statement, application for employment form and Organisational Structure Chart can be downloaded from the careers page at www.parliament.wa.gov.au or by emailing humanresources@parliament.wa.gov.au.Like to know more?You can have a confidential discussion by contacting Kirsten Robinson, Clerk of the Legislative Assembly on telephone 9222 7215 or by emailing krobinson@parliament.wa.gov.au.The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects our community, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.We encourage all suitable people of any age, sex, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with any form of disability.Please note: You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a special category visa, to apply for this role.