Housing Services Officer

Convenience Buttons:     Time Remaining 13 days 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 Opportunity As a Housing Services Officer you will be responsible for the management and monitoring of a designated number of Service Delivery tenancies to ensure Tenants are supported, payment of rent is sustained, and properties are cared for and maintained.

The role is responsible for the provision of property and tenancy management services associated with the Department’s owned and leased properties. The position ensures ongoing consultation and communication with a diverse group of stakeholders, including Tenant’s Real Estate Agents, Contractors, Government Agencies, Local Authorities and Departmental staff, to ensure that a customer focussed service is delivered. The position sits within the Service Delivery business area which manages approximately 39,000 tenancies across the

State. Government Regional Officers Housing (GROH), Community Housing (rental housing managed by Local Government or non-Government not-for-profit organisations) and Bond Assistance (interest-free loans to obtain accommodation in the private rental market) fall under the Service Delivery division, with close links to Aboriginal Housing. The Department also has a strong focus on providing home ownership opportunities to public housing Tenants

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to Elizabeth Dennerley, Area Manager, on (08) 6414 3733. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.

  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 all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.

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). For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Paul Bussell, HR Advisor, on 0432 840 *** or email *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls

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 Diversity The 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:

Agency Department of Communities Company Information Description 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 Opportunity As a Housing Services Officer you will be responsible for the management and monitoring of a designated number of Service Delivery tenancies to ensure Tenants are supported, payment of rent is sustained, and properties are cared for and maintained.

The role is responsible for the provision of property and tenancy management services associated with the Department’s owned and leased properties. The position ensures ongoing consultation and communication with a diverse group of stakeholders, including Tenant’s Real Estate Agents, Contractors, Government Agencies, Local Authorities and Departmental staff, to ensure that a customer focussed service is delivered. The position sits within the Service Delivery business area which manages approximately 39,000 tenancies across the

State. Government Regional Officers Housing (GROH), Community Housing (rental housing managed by Local Government or non-Government not-for-profit organisations) and Bond Assistance (interest-free loans to obtain accommodation in the private rental market) fall under the Service Delivery division, with close links to Aboriginal Housing. The Department also has a strong focus on providing home ownership opportunities to public housing Tenants

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to Elizabeth Dennerley, Area Manager, on (08) 6414 3733. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.

  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 all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.

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). For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Paul Bussell, HR Advisor, on 0432 840 *** or email *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls

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 Diversity The 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