Deputy Clerk Of The Legislative Assembly

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.

About the position
The Western Australian Legislative Assembly is seeking applications for the position of Deputy Clerk of the Legislative Assembly. The Deputy Clerk works closely with the Clerk and provides advice to the Speaker, Ministers, members of Parliament and parliamentary committees on parliamentary law, practice and procedure.

The Deputy Clerk performs Table of the House duties and assists the Clerk in the management and administration of the Department of the Legislative Assembly. The Deputy Clerk participates in departmental strategic and corporate governance planning and is responsible for budgeting and day-to-day financial governance. The Deputy Clerk also represents the Clerk in meetings, negotiations and conferences as required. More information about the position can be found in the Job Description.

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.

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.

Like to know more?

You can have a confidential discussion by contacting Scott Nalder, Deputy Clerk of the Legislative Assembly on telephone 9222 7236 or by emailing *******@parliament.wa.gov.au.

How to apply

If you’re interested in applying, please send us:

• a covering letter;
• a completed application for employment form;
• your resume; and
• a brief statement (ideally no more than four pages) addressing the Selection criteria, as set out in Section 5 of the Job Description.

Applications must be marked “Application – Confidential” and emailed to **************@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00 pm on Friday, 7 June 2024.

The Job Description, application for employment form and Organisational Structure Chart can be downloaded below, from the employment page at www.parliament.wa.gov.au or by emailing **************@parliament.wa.gov.au.