The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, 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 Policy and Project Officer, you will lead the review, development and continuous improvement of operational policies and procedures to support quality service delivery and organisational compliance.
You will undertake project work that contributes to corporate priorities and whole-of-government initiatives, ensuring outcomes are practical, implementable and aligned with strategic objectives.
Working collaboratively, you will contribute to and participate in internal working groups and committees, providing advice, coordinating inputs and supporting the progression of key initiatives. You will also provide sound operational policy advice and support stakeholders to interpret and apply policies in practice.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Sarah Went, Policy and Planning Team Leader on 0434 803 715 or email [email protected]
Based at our Walyalup Campus (Fremantle) located within Walyalup Koort. It’s a great location close to the Fremantle Markets, various new cafes and eateries, car parks, and the Fremantle train station.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Benefits of Working With Us
Communities offers you career progression, variety, access to comprehensive learning and development, and great employment conditions. Some of these benefits may include:
- 4 weeks annual leave,
- 3 days additional public sector holidays,
- 15 days personal leave per annum,
- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution,
- Discount on private health insurance,
- Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance,
- 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service, · Eligibility to join the fitness passport program (access to 84 gyms across WA from $16.00 per week),
- Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services,
- Study assistance.
- 18 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months continuous service,
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations and,
- 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
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 comprehensive resume/CV.
- A two [2] page written application addressing Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) 1, 2 and 3 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).
Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant on 0478 264 755 or email [email protected].
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 767
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
Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact contact Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant on 0478 264 755 or email [email protected]
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:
- JDF - Policy & Project Officer (Business & Practice Improvement) - Level 5
