Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 PS CSA Agreement 2024
Position Number: DPC20022 and DPC22003
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date: 2026-06-23 4:00 PM
There are currently two (2) permanent positions available for immediate filling.
About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
The Office of Digital Government is leading the digital transformation of the WA public sector to support agencies in improving service delivery to the community. This includes providing more convenient access to government services online and not disadvantaging those who cannot or do not want to use digital services. Ensuring that personal information and data collected, stored, and shared by the WA Government is protected is a crucial element of what we do.
About the Role
As Principal Policy Officer you will advise stakeholders, undertake complex research to support the development of policy, conduct research and analysis, all with the view to deliver the State Government’s priorities for digital transformation. You will work in a collaborative interdisciplinary team, liaising closely with key stakeholders from within and outside the WA public service to deliver projects that positively impact WA.
For further job related information:
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Adam Edwards, Director, Digital Strategy and Governance on (08) 6552 - 5271 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and
- A written application demonstrating how you meet the Work-Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF in no more than (2) pages.
Permanent appointment:
- 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 at the time of applying.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
- Proof of identity 100-point check.
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process you can contact People Services at [email protected].
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, 23 June 2026.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.
