As part of Machinery of Government (MoG) changes functions from the Department of Local Government and Communities, the Department for Child Protection and Family Support, Housing Authority and Disability Service Commission have amalgamated to form the Department of Communities as of 1 July 2017.
Every day the Department of Communities - Housing makes a difference in the lives of Western Australians. The agency successfully collaborate and partner with private, government and not-for-profit agencies in the areas of land development, housing construction and property management.
The Opportunity: As a Regional Recovery Officer you will manage and coordinate all debt recovery for tenants in occupation within the Region. Further to this, the position is expected to negotiate outcomes that save tenancies that are at the highest risk of eviction where the Housing Authority has the opportunity to proceed with eviction.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Carly Jakutavicius, Manager Housing Services, Pilbara Region on (08) 9160 2860.
One substantive position will be filled using this process. All other 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.
On offer for suitable candidates are work life balance, flexible leave options and salary packaging. Because the position is based in a remote region you may also be eligible for subsidised housing, District Allowance for you and your dependants, cost of an airfare to and from Perth each 12 months for you and your dependants as well as paid travel time.
Join Department of Communities - Housing
If you would like to help us open even more doors to affordable housing for Western Australians 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 resume/CV
- A one page written application addressing the following Selection Criteria:-
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Sound negotiation and interpersonal skills together with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of people on sensitive issues.
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Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and contracts and to plan and implement appropriate action in line with the relevant legislative or contractual requirements.
For technical difficulties while applying online or general recruitment enquiries please contact Nicole McCarthy, Senior HR Consultant on (08) 9923 4430.
Equality and Diversity
Department of Communities - Housing is striving towards breaking down barriers for all West Australians through eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service delivery. The agency embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day.
Closing Date: Sunday, 8th April at 9:00pm.
Lodgement is system generated, any submissions on or after 9:00pm will not be accepted
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
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Location: Karratha and South Hedland, Western Australia
Attachments:-
JDF
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cover letter for all job applications.pdf
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information for applicants.pdf
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