Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE480951
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
The Goldfields Education Regional Office is seeking to appoint a Coordinator Regional Operations to join their team.
The Coordinator Regional Operations provides professional, administrative and operational support to the Regional Executive Director. A major responsibility of this role is the implementation of system-wide strategies and programs which provides support to schools.
The Coordinator Regional Operations is responsible for the customer service focus of the Regional Office including the handling of enquiries, complaints and concerns in relation to the Regional Office, schools or the Department in general. The Coordinator Regional Operations will ensure the level of advice and information provided maintains and enhances the public profile of education.
The Goldfields Education Regional Office is one of eight regional offices located across the State. Regional offices and local education offices are staffed as determined by the Regional Executive Director, in accordance with local context and needs. All officers appointed to regional offices and local education offices are responsible for supporting schools in the regions by promoting system initiatives and providing support and quality assurance to enhance the outcomes of schooling.
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 that occur throughout our branch for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:
- Leadership skills and the capacity to utilise them to promote a shared understanding of the role of regional office and contribute to the development of cooperative work teams.
- Experience in managing a complex work environment: demonstrated capacity in financial management, general office management and human resource management, including performance management and disciplinary procedures.
- The ability to plan and coordinate projects including the design and implementation of systems and quality assurance processes and monitor and review policy and program implementation to improve regional level support to schools.
- Conceptual and analytical skills that demonstrate an ability to identify and analyse issues and generate appropriate strategies to address them including policy development and strategic planning skills.
- Communication and public relations skills, including experience in liaising with the media and excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including an ability to work in a team environment; skills in negotiation, consultation and conflict resolution; and an innovative approach to problem-solving.
- A good understanding of the need to establish and maintain productive relationships with the customer base of the regional office and a focus on the achievement of excellence in service delivery.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the branch may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further job related information:
Please contact Milton Butcher, A/Regional Executive Director, by telephoning (08) 9093 5600 or emailing Milton.Butcher@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance before commencing employment; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 10 April 2017
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED