Human Resources Development Officer

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Human Resources Development Officer
Branch: Human Resources
Salary: Level 3, $79,156 - $84,977 pa, PSCSAA
Position No: 00036199
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Osborne Park
Closing Date: 2024-03-27 4:00 PM
Fixed term full-time commencing ASAP up to 28 June 2024 with the possibility of a further term and/or permanency.
The Department
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.
We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.
Find out more about our work by visiting our website .
The Role
The Human Resources Development Officer works with a dynamic and collaborative team to provide an essential, customer focussed coordination and support role to assist HR Development with delivering strategic HR policies, programs, and initiatives, including our Professional Development, Corporate Induction Program, and governance processes.
We are seeking a team member who shares the Department’s vision and values. To be successful in the role, you need have well developed organisational skills, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and be able to deliver tasks within competing deadlines. In this role you will be liaising with employees at all levels, so sound communication skills are required along with the ability to build working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders to deliver the highest level of customer service.
In 2024, the HR Development team will be developing and implementing a range of workforce strategies and programs. The HR Development Officer will play an essential role in assisting with:

• implementing actions from the Department’s Workforce Diversification and Inclusion Strategy;
• supporting the development and implementation of the Department’s Professional Development Program 2024-25;
• supporting the development of the Department’s Aboriginal Employment Strategy.
• supporting youth employment strategies including the Department’s Traineeship and Graduate programs;

To apply, you must have completed an undergraduate degree in Human Resources or equivalent between 2021 and 2024.
As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.
Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
• Salary packaging options.

Want to know more?
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Rina Turner, Manager HR Development on (08) 6551 5063 or
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via or via (08) 6551 5071.
How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:

• a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to help us to assess your skills and experience relevant to this role, and the details of two referees;
• a brief covering letter (maximum two pages), outlining your experience and suitability for the role in the context of the essential work-related requirements outlined in the attached Job Description Form; and
• a formal academic transcript of results from your university.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.
If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on (08) 9203 3735.
Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants.