2017 Graduate Program
Industry Development & Participation and Recreation Services
Graduate Project Officers
4GRD201T, 4GRD202T
Level 2 PSGOGA 2014, $59,172 pa + 9.50% superannuation
Please note there are two (2) 12-month fixed term contracts available. Any further contracts or permanent appointment will be subject to available vacancies and funding.
The Department of Sport and Recreation (DSR) aims to support the future of sport and recreation in Western Australia by offering employment opportunities to passionate, innovative and vibrant graduates. There are two opportunities hosted at DSR within the Industry Development and Participation division. These two graduates will be based at the Leederville DSR office and employed by suitable industry organisations.
In line with our Workforce and Diversity plan the Department promotes and supports a diverse workforce to meet our business needs. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people under 25. The Departments business needs may be taken into account in the appointment process.
These graduate positions will be commencing in January 2017. Applicants should either have graduated in 2015 or will graduate in 2016, with a relevant university degree. Relevant degrees include, but are not limited to: Sport and Recreation Management, Sports Science, Human Movement, Leisure Sciences, Event Management, Commerce, Communications, Law, or similar.
Please note – an additional Graduate Project Officer position is available in the South West (Bunbury) DSR office. This graduate role will work across recreation and regional services. A separate application process applies to this position with the job advertisement found here.
Information session on Graduate Program
The Department of Sport and Recreation will be hosting a free information session for prospective applicants on the graduate program. This session will explore the Departments expectations of graduates officers, potential opportunities and outline in more detail the different roles on offer.
This session will be held 7-8pm, Wednesday 28th September at the Department of Sport and Recreation, 246 Vincent Street Leederville. Please register your interest prior to attending with Grant Trew, 2017 Graduate Program Coordinator, on 9492 9753 or Grant.Trew@dsr.wa.gov.au
Job Description
The Graduate Project Officers will support a range of initiatives that build the capacity of people and organisations resulting in increased participation in sport and recreation by Western Australians. Graduates will also have the opportunity to take on a range of exciting projects that will develop their networks and skills within the vibrant sport and recreation industry.
The Graduate Project Officers will be involved in a variety of key work areas that include but are not limited to; community participation, special initiatives, organisational development, learning and development, club development, volunteers, event management and grant management.
The two positions are in the following work units:
(1) Industry Development – will support with people, organisational, high performance, integrity and safety areas. Assists with projects and events.
(2) Participation– will support the development of inclusive sport and recreation environments. Assists with community engagement initiatives. Assists with the development of special initiatives.
Other Conditions
You will be required to sign a consent form allowing the Department to run a national police clearance check prior to commencing work as per DSR Employment Suitability Checks Policy. Should you work on a project with children during your programme, a Working with Children Check will be required prior to that work,
Note: you need to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have a visa with applicable working rights to apply for this vacancy.
Application Instructions
Applicants MUST provide the following:
- A comprehensive resume that clearly outlines overall experience, knowledge and skills.
- A maximum one page cover letter outlining relevant, demonstrable information regarding your work experience, qualifications and skills, that will enable a reasonable assessment to be made against the requirements (job description forms) for the position and why you are the best person for the job.
There is not a requirement to address the selection criteria.
For Further Job Related Information
Contact Grant Trew, Department of Sport and Recreation, on 9492 9753 or Grant.Trew@dsr.wa.gov.au (not to be contacted for the job application kit).
**PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE OFFICE
Please read the FAQ Flyer attached or available at www.dsr.wa.gov.au
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