Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE577147
This is a five (5) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible twelve (12) month extension and/or permanency
Staff Recruitment and Employment Services is seeking to recruit a professional to join our team as a School Staffing Consultant and be part of the School Staffing Support Team.
As a School Staffing Consultant, you provide a comprehensive consultancy service to schools in relation to human resources, staffing and redeployment matters. In particular, you provide support and assistance to schools in managing their one line budget (through the School Resourcing System), establishment and position management.
In addition, you will coordinate the deployment of school employees requiring placement – including teachers and school support staff – and work with them and their schools to maximise their opportunities for permanent placement. You will do this through tailored case management which supports the employee through their placement journey.
The School Staffing Support branch is part of the wider Staff Recruitment and Employment Services Directorate; who manage the Department’s human resources for schools and worksites across Western Australia.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for 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 work related requirements:
- Substantial knowledge of the public sector legislative framework and policies relevant to human resource management and experience in relation to the redeployment of permanent staff requiring placement.
- Highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise, consult and negotiate professionally, build effective working relationships and networks, and provide an effective consultancy service and influence results.
- Highly developed conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions which support the organisation’s objectives.
- Organisational skills and ability to plan, prioritise, negotiate and implement strategies to deliver quality outcomes within a given timeframe and in a customer focussed manner.
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 Liza Boland, Manager School Staffing Support by telephoning (08) 9264 4453 or emailing liza.boland@education.wa.edu.au (not to be contacted for job application packages).
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.
Your application should include:
- A two to three (2 to 3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements in context of the role and business needs of the branch.
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager).
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 and training requirements
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 prior to commencement of employment
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable 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 Wednesday, 3 April 2019
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED