Manager - Incident Support Unit

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE894942 

This is a permanent full-time position commencing in July 2024.

We are seeking to appoint a highly committed and motivated Manager - Incident Support Unit.

The Incident Support Unit (ISU) is responsible for the implementation of a coordinated incident management response for the Department of Education (the Department). The ISU provides:

• A central point of contact for coordination for incident management support; with consideration to the impact on education facilities and settings.
• Timely information and appropriate ongoing support regarding emerging incidents;
• A link between relevant services across the Department in response to incidents and throughout all phases of incident management;
• Promotion of risk awareness and incident management planning for threats and hazards that may affect schools and work sites;
• Delivery of Incident Management training and instruction for Department staff and services;
• Interagency collaboration through knowledge and resource sharing; as they relate to education strategic directions and
• A conduit for the Incident Planning Committee to ensure current incident management policy and procedures exists, consistent with supporting legislation.

We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.

The successful applicant will develop, implement and manage a comprehensive approach to incident management and support for Department sites. Employing an Educational focus, they will be required to monitor and manage the content of the comprehensive Incident Management Manual and provide high-level advisory and consultancy services to senior Department officers and school leaders on incident management, initiatives, procedures and policies.

As the Manager - Incident Support Unit, you will:

• develop and oversee the strategic objectives of the Unit
• provide directions and recommendations in relation to school-level and system-level requirements and business continuity matters
• effectively lead and develop a positive team culture with the capacity to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.

Cultural Diversity

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria:

1. Implements and manages strategy

• translates strategy into operational goals and creates a shared sense of purpose within the business unit
• engages others in the strategic direction of the work area, encourages their contributions and communicates expected outcomes
• considers the ramifications of a wide range of issues, anticipates priorities and develops long term plans for the work area
• understands objective, critical analysis and distils the core issues

1. Achieves results

• evaluates performance and identifies critical success factors
• establishes clear plans and timeframes for task implementation and outlines specific activities
• strives to achieve and encourages others to do the same
• monitors progress and identifies risks that may affect outcomes and adjusts plans as required

1. Builds productive relationships

• builds and sustains relationships with a network of key people internally and externally
• recognises shared agendas and works towards mutually beneficial outcomes
• brings people together and encourages input from key stakeholders

1. Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness

• acts professionally and impartially at all times and operates within the boundaries of organisational processes and legal and public policy constraints
• takes personal responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work; and commits energy and drive to see that goals are achieved
• persists and focuses on achieving objectives even in difficult circumstances

1. Communicates and influences effectively

• confidently presents information in a clear, concise and articulate manner and translates information for others
• approaches negotiations with a strong grasp of key issues, having prepared well in advance
• anticipates the position of the other party and adapts approach accordingly
• encourages the support of relevant stakeholders.

For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

All inquiries are welcomed

Please contact Steven Watson, A/Executive Director, Schooling Operations & Initiatives by telephoning (08) 9264 56***or emailing ************@education.wa.edu.au

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow all instructions. It is recommended you have relevant documents completed and ready to attach with your online application. Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications must be received prior to the closing date and time.

Your application should include:

• A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria listed above, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please phone (08) 9264 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please phone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.

Eligibility and Training Requirements

Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
• undertake on call outside of usual business hours in accordance with roster(s)
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter.
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 28 May 2024.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions at, or after, 4:30pm will not be accepted.   

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.