Executive Officer And Executive Liaison Officer

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The OpportunityAs an Executive Liaison Officer you will:

• provide Project support across one or more Projects or be responsible for the delivery of Projects deemed less complex,
• undertake research and draft Reports, and
• coordinate the preparation and conduct an initial review of correspondence, Briefings and other documentation.

As an Executive Officer you will:

Be responsible for facilitating the efficient management of the Office of the Director General Division for the Executive Director. The Executive Officer supports the Office of the Director General through coordination, research, financial and resource management and administrative support services to the Executive Director.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Leighton Henley, Director Executive Support on 0466 954 ***.

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. 

Join the Department of CommunitiesYou will be asked at the application stage to select the position/s you are applying for. If you are applying for both roles you only need to address the criteria for one role. 

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
   A two (2) page written application addressing the following work related requirements:
   1. Achieves Results
   2. Building Productive Relationships
   3. Communicate and Influences Effectively
2. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
3. 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 Paul Bussell, HR Advisor on email *************@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 HonestyThe 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 Paul Bussell. 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 Applicants
- JDF - Executive Liaison Officer (ODG Support) -Level 5
- JDF - Executive Officer (ODG Executive Services) - Level 5

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