AddressThe Opportunity We are looking for Executive Officers to join our Executive Services team. These roles provide the opportunity to be exposed to the overarching activities and functions of the agency. Working in a multidisciplinary, cross functional team, you will work across the spectrum of executive services including ministerial and parliamentary support, corporate support, human resources, finance, planning, reporting and projects.
As Executive Officer you will be responsible for coordinating ministerial and corporate functions across the division.
About you:
- You know how to use your knowledge, skills and experience to engage, influence and drive towards outcomes through people.
- You thrive whilst operating within a complex, fast-paced environment.
- You love a challenge, have a curious mindset, and can work collaboratively to balance shared deliverables and personal accountability.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Ella Merewether, Executive Manager, on 0432 833 ***.
There are currently two (2) positions available for filling.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies fixed term or permanent that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. The roles are full time, however part time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate/s.
Why join Communities? The Department of Communities is Western Australia’s major human services department that brings together vital services and functions that support individual, family and community wellbeing. We support many Western Australians, with a focus on some of the most vulnerable people in our state. The job we do is rewarding & challenging.
Communities offers you career progression, variety, access to comprehensive learning and development, and great employment conditions. Some of these benefits include (subject to eligibility):
- Working with dynamic, efficient, forward thinking teams
- Access to flexible working and leave arrangements, such as but not limited to, alternative work locations, home-based work, flexi time
- 3 days additional public service holidays on top of 4 weeks annual leave and 15 days personal leave
Eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program (access to 84 gyms across WA from $14.25 per week)
- Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services
- Support to continue to develop your experience, knowledge and skills
- Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees
- 11% superannuation, full employer contribution, which will increase to 12% by 1 July 2025
Visit our website to find out about our full range of benefits and why Communities is an incredible place to work!
About the location
With our head office located in Fremantle, you’ll get to visit the newly opened FOMO which sits at the heart of the Walyalup Koort redevelopment and forms a key component of the future revitalisation of Fremantle. A destination of discovery, the precinct offers an eclectic mix of venues. Click here to find out more: FOMO Freo | The heart of Fremantle.
Join the Department of Communities Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
- A current resume/CV.
- A two (2) page written application addressing the following essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF:
- Shapes and manages strategy
- Achieves results
- Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
- An application form (for hard copy applications only).
Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Margia Munoz, HR Advisor on 0466 171 *** or via email on *************@communities.wa.gov.au.
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 ***
Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.
Equity and DiversityThe Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Margia Munoz. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Attachments:
- Application Form
- Information for Job Applicants
- JDF - Executive Officer - Level 5.docx
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