AddressThis is a fixed term, full time vacancy available for 5 years, with the possibility of extension.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Deputy Director General People, Culture and Standards role forms an integral part of our Department’s leadership team.
Reporting to the Director General, this role is responsible for working collaboratively with the executive team to implement an enhanced governance and accountability framework.
This role also provides support and advice to Department leaders in responding to performance, risk management and misconduct matters.
ABOUT PEOPLE, CULTURE AND STANDARDS DIVISION
The People, Cultures and Standards Division works in partnership with all entities within the Department and beyond to instil a values-based culture.
The Division has a central role to play in auditing our services, promoting ethical conduct, investigating inappropriate or improper behaviour and in providing a safe environment to report unethical and inappropriate conduct across the Department.
It is also the custodian of the Department’s integrity framework which provides an integrated governance approach to protect the Department’s integrity, expose and prevent misconduct, corruption, fraud and theft. This is achieved through a robust audit program, by driving intelligence, developing strategic risk mitigation plans and by implementing best practice controls.
ABOUT YOU
Modelling exemplary leadership, values and behaviours, the successful candidate is a progressive leader who is highly motivated, energetic and possesses the qualities needed to bring people together and inspire confidence.
You must also possess:
- Strong experience in overseeing strategies that promote workplace integrity, enhance governance and accountability frameworks and support leaders at all levels to respond to performance, risk management and misconduct matters.
- Extensive knowledge and expertise of the public sector regulatory environment and accountability systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary practices in managing investigations and other misconduct risks.
- Accountability at an executive level for the performance and outcomes of multi-disciplinary teams.
All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.
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 support the community, government, judiciary and Parliament by providing access to high quality justice, legal and corrective services, information and products.
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form 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:
- A CV of no more than five pages including the contact details of two referees; and
- a maximum four-page statement addressing the following four Essential Selection Criteria:
- Role specific requirements.
- Lead collectively.
- Think through complexity.
- Deliver on high leverage areas.
All remaining Essential Selection Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Candidate Search
If required, we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.
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.
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.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.
FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Mark Hainsworth, Executive Director Advisory Services on (08) 9264 13***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. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
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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