Executive Director Professional Standards

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This is a 5 year, fixed term full time Senior Executive Services vacancy.  

About the Role

The Executive Director Professional Standards reports to the Deputy Director General People, Culture and Standards and is responsible for the contemporary and strategic leadership of the misconduct assessment and investigation, strategic and tactical intelligence analysis, integrity, fraud and corruption detection strategies for the Department of Justice. The position will direct a range of activities aimed at providing crucial input into the management of discipline, integrity and accountability relating to misconduct across the Department.

The key functions of Professional Standards (PSD) are:

Misconduct Assessment, Investigation and Critical Incident Reviews:

• Assess and investigate allegations of misconduct regarding staff and contractors that may, if substantiated, lead to; dismissal, demotion/reduction in rank and/or classification, transfer or reprimand in accordance with the Public Sector Management Act 1994
• Determine any statutory requirement to report to the Western Australia (WA) Police Force, Corruption and Crime Commission, Public Sector Commission, Investigations within PSD, in returning matters for local management or the taking of no further action
• Review of disciplinary matters
• Undertaking actions required.

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 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 and;
2. A statement no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following Essential Selection Criteria.
   Please provide examples to support your claims.
   • Role Specific Requirements - Substantial managerial experience and knowledge in contemporary investigative practice and corruption prevention ideally within a criminal justice environment. Demonstrated experience in dispute resolution is highly regarded. 
   • Build Capabilities - Proactively develops capabilities in the sector. Implement systems and practices to build the capacity in their business areas. Empower individuals in their learning by enabling a growth-based environment. Accepts responsibility for creating a healthy culture in their business area.

All remaining Essential Selection Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

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.

Eligibility

It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining a negative vetting level one security clearance as a condition of employment and maintaining the clearance for the duration of their appointment in the position. Only Australian citizens are eligible to hold the negative vetting level one security clearance.

For Further Job-Related Information

If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact David Robinson, Deputy Director General on (08) 9264 9954or 0407 197 *** 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.