Coordinator Volunteer Programs

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This is a Pool process with permanent and fixed term, part time opportunities

Currently, there is 1 permanent part time (45 hours per fortnight) position available for immediate filling.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, and cultivating the volunteer network to build volunteer capacity for the Centre. The Volunteer Coordinator will work with staff to develop and implement volunteer activities and processes that support and enhance the Centre’s activities. Further, the Volunteer Coordinator will recruit, screen, orient, arrange training and match volunteers appropriately to programs, events and activities, will keep accurate records of volunteers and volunteer time as well as coordinate volunteer recognition activities.

BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES

• Flexible working arrangements
• Work-life balance
• On-site parking
• Career pathway opportunities
• Access to on-site gym
• Access to free counselling for employees and their immediate families through our Employee Assistance Program (E.A.P)
• Corporate Health insurance discounts
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice

ABOUT JUSTICE

When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

APPLICATION PROCESS

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.

We require you to submit:

1. A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees, please ensure that 1 referee is a current or recent supervisor/line manager and;
2. A statement no more than 2 x A4 pages addressing the following job related requirements and role specific criteria.
   Please provide examples to support your claims.
   • Achieve Results
   • Communicates and Influences Effectively
   • Builds Productive Relationships
   • Works in a manner that supports the effective management and reintegration of female prisoners.

All remaining Job Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Pool Recruitment 

This pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent and fixed term, part time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.

The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.

EQUITY AND DIVERSITY

The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17***for culturally appropriate application advice.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17***to for a confidential discussion.

ELIGIBILITY

In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people, you must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position.

FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION

If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Susan Andrews on (08) 9212 3503 for a confidential discussion.

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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