Legal Policy Officer

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 22nd June 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:SC Level 4 $134,613 - $143,896 pa (PSCSAA 2022)Fixed Term - Full TimePerth2024-07-04 4:00 PMLegal Policy Officer(00016335)Fixed term opportunity for up to March 2025 with the possibility for extension.Are you looking to use your skills and experience to develop and implement changes to legislation and policies impacting consumer rights in Western Australia?Would you like to work in a flexible and friendly environment, which offers a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, working at home and in the office to get the best results possible for our community. If so, then the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) may be for you!Here at DEMIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together an inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. So, if you’re a forward-thinking individual who values collaboration and wants to contribute to protecting tenants and consumers and working with a range of industries and professions then DEMIRS is the agency for you.The roleOur Consumer Protection Division promotes fair trading and consumer protection across Western Australia. Within this division sits our Legislation and Policy Directorate.Legal Policy Officers develop, implement, and evaluate legislation and policy to identify options for reform and make recommendations to state government on Consumer Protection legislation and policy including changes to the Australian Consumer Law.Within this role you will be leading legislation and policy projects, providing complex legal and policy advice, consulting with both internal and external stakeholders on reform proposals, representing the Department on forums and performing a number of other important functions and duties.You will be work alongside a highly skilled, knowledgeable, and supportive team.If you have a degree in law or equivalent; and are eligible for a Practising Certificate together with experience working in teams to develop and implement legislation and policy with minimal supervision, then we want to hear from you!Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months, from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.This position is located in , at 140 William Street.Further informationPlease contact Catherine Scott, General Manager Legislation and Policy Branch B on (08) 6552 9387 or visit . You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS achievements and activities by following us on .How to applyWe ask for you to provide:A detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development, and a covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following points:

• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and objectively evaluating legislation and policy.
• Demonstrated experience in providing high level legal and policy advice on complex matters.

In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DEMIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Matthew Ball, Senior Human Resource Officer on (08) 9222 0434 or email .To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.Supporting diversity and inclusionDEMIRS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome all to apply, however, preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people of diverse sexualities and youth. This helps us ensure our workforce is diverse, effective and forward thinking, and is supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusionReasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate.CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Thursday, 04 July 2024 (WST)Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online; as applications that are in progress or submitted after this time will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.