There are three (3) permanent, full time vacancy.
About Equal Opportunity Commission
When you join the Equal Opportunity Commission, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community free from discrimination and prejudice. The Commission offers an inclusive and flexible workplace where employees have the chance to make a difference to equality in Western Australia.
The Commission supports the Commissioner for Equal Opportunity in administering the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and the Conciliation Services team provides the access to avenues of redress for unlawful discriminatory practices and policies.
About the role
As a member of the Conciliation Services team, you will be primarily responsible for investigating, conciliating, and reporting on complaints of unlawful discrimination under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and other relevant Acts. This will include preparing for, and convening, conciliation conferences and working with the parties to achieve mutually agreeable outcomes.
For this position, we are looking for people who have a knowledge and commitment understanding the causes and effects of discrimination and harassment and the ability to adapt to a range of audiences and communicate impartial and provide timely procedural advice.
The Commission encourages applicants with an understanding of discrimination through a lived or shared experience.
Eligibility
Permanent positions – To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.
Benefits and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
- Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
Application process
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- Contact details of two (2) work related referees.
- A statement no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following Role Specific Criteria. Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Knowledge of Equal Opportunity principles and understanding of issues of discrimination particularly as encountered by disadvantaged groups.
- Conciliation/mediation skills including the ability to exercise appropriate judgment in adversarial situations.
All remaining Job Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.
For further job-related information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Alex King-Jones, Manager Conciliation Services on (08) 9216 3900 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on [email protected] or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on [email protected] or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk [email protected] on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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