Advertised Vacancy Number: DES2.17
Fixed Term – 5.5 months with possible 3 months extension
The Department of Education Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity and diversity.
The Department of Education Services provides a number of services across the areas of:
- Regulation (registration and accreditation) to ensure compliance with state legislation and enhance public confidence in the quality and integrity of education and training.
- Review of Independent Public Schools.
- Funding to the non‑government school and university sectors and for various scholarship schemes.
- Policy, research, planning and legislative advice to support the Ministers, government and other bodies through the provision of expert advice to position the education and training systems to meet the needs of the state.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to other similar vacancies in accordance to Commissioners Instructions No 2. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Senior Project Officer contributes to the functions of the Risk and Information team by undertaking environmental scans, product analysis and facilitating industry engagement to inform the annual audit strategy. This position also undertakes complex investigations of complaints and develops and delivers education programs relating to vocational education and training (VET) regulatory requirements.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Applicants are to demonstrate overall experience, skills and capability requirements within the context of the position:
ESSENTIAL:
Shapes and Manages Strategy
- Extensive experience in the delivery of regulation, inspection and/or compliance activities including risk assessment and the ability to apply this to regulatory functions and services within the training environment.
- High level conceptual and analytical skills with a demonstrated capacity to apply these to risk assessment systems, strategies and policies.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret, apply and comply with legislation and policy frameworks within a regulatory environment.
Achieves Results
- Demonstrated ability to work at a senior level within a team and actively contribute to the development of quality systems and processes.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor and report on regulatory functions and provide advice on areas of improvement.
- Experience undertaking research and complex investigations, and reporting and providing advice on issues of regulatory compliance.
Builds Productive Relationships
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with stakeholders and clients on issues relevant to the training sector.
Exemplifies Personal Integrity and Self-Awareness
- Continuously displays a dedication to personal integrity, accountability and building relationships with all clients.
- Proven committment, recognised by colleagues and clients, to working within the value system of the Department and the Public Sector.
Communicates and Influences Effectively
- Well developed communication skills, including interpersonal and negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate with people at all levels and from diverse backgrounds.
DESIRABLE:
Qualifications
- A tertiary qualification in education or training, or experience in an education or training leadership role to an equivalent level.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
In addition to the salary range indicated above, Department of Education Services offers an extensive range of benefits which may include:
- Flexible Working hours.
- 14 weeks paid Parental leave.
- Long service leave after 7 years continuous service.
- Salary/Remuneration packaging.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION:
If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Ms Morena Stanley, Assistant Director Risk and Information on (08) 9441 1915. (Not to be contacted for job application packages please).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are requested to apply online and submit:
- A submission addressing all of the job related requirements as per the attached JDF with no more than five (5) pages, outlining your knowledge, skills and experience in meeting the job related requirements and within the context of the position.
- Current and detailed CV.
- The details of two (2) referees who can comment on your ability to perform the work requirements of the position. This is normally your current and/or recent Manager or Supervisor.
Applicants are advised to have their application for this position and a detailed resume complete and ready, prior to clicking on the “Apply for Job” button.
Whilst applying online, applicants will be asked a number of application questions, and then to attach their relevant application documentation, so it is recommended to allow enough time to complete these requests. If you require any assistance submitting your application online please contact Human Resources on (08) 9441 1900.
Alternatively, you can obtain further information via the ‘Application Package’ attachment below.
Please note that all correspondence will be conducted via email.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT PROFORMA, FAXED, EMAILED, POSTED, HAND DELIVERED AND LATE APPLICATIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.
Applications close Wednesday 1 February 2017 at 4:30pm (WST).