The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) acknowledges the Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities in which we operate. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal people and their cultures, and to Elders past and present.

About the department

CITS is a diverse agency that supports all Western Australians by giving them opportunities to reach their potential and live their very best lives. Staff in our department work across the portfolios of creative industries; sport and recreation; tourism and multicultural interests.  We’re also responsible for supporting major events and infrastructure projects throughout WA:

• We support a sustainable arts and cultural sector that facilitates social and economic wellbeing by building capacity of the sector, the provision of funding and grants, progressing infrastructure projects, providing research, policy, information and support.
• We help maintain a strong and diverse sport and recreation sector by removing barriers to participation, providing funding and support for the sector through grants, infrastructure and major capital projects.
• We promote and support multiculturalism, through the Office of Multicultural Interests, which strengthens communities to ensure WA is a vibrant and effective multicultural society.
• We champion WA’s tourism industry and promote Western Australia as an incredible destination.
• We support the people of WA, including First Nations peoples, to connect to their culture and history through Aboriginal History Western Australia, and the State Records Office.

Why work with us?

Our diverse organisation is supported by talented people from all walks of life and many different backgrounds who are supported to genuinely contribute to inclusivity in the workplace.

If you want to work in an inspirational organisation where you have a voice and can contribute to the things that matter to you, then join our awesome team!

We are proudly an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity. We support diversity and inclusion in the public sector because it makes us stronger as an organisation, and better able to meet our community’s needs.  We strongly encourage people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and youth to apply.

CITS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

For further information on CITS, visit our website. You can also keep up to date on CITS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

About Aboriginal History WA

Aboriginal History WA manages access to restricted government records created by previous agencies responsible for Aboriginal affairs in Western Australia. Using these records, the unit undertakes expert archival and genealogical research to assist Aboriginal applicants seeking historical family information.   

The unit also uses specialist research skills for strategic truth telling projects, providing an in-depth understanding of the Aboriginal history of Western Australia and contribute to the shared healing and reconciliation journey.  

About the role

This is your opportunity to work with a dedicated team providing family history and other research services to the Aboriginal community and undertaking other historical projects.

Aboriginal History Research Services sits within the Aboriginal History WA (AHWA) unit and is responsible under the State Records Act 2000 for managing access to historical records of the Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority and its predecessor agencies.

• The Administration Coordinator provides direct administrative support to the Director Aboriginal History WA. The role also provides a central coordinating and liaison point for the Aboriginal History Research Services business area, and a culturally appropriate, customer focused service, including face-to-face, oral and written communications.

• The Research and Administration Officer undertakes research of genealogical, archival and historical material, creates genealogical charts and reports using specialist genealogy software, and assists in project management and supporting senior researchers. The role provides a culturally appropriate, customer‑focused service through face‑to‑face, oral and written communication while supporting clients to navigate unit procedures.

This pool is for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies that arise from / over the next 24 months.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made as vacancies arise. Applicants appointed initially on a fixed term may be offered further extensions and/or permanent positions. Applicants found suitable for this recruitment pool may also be considered for 'similar' vacancies within CITS and the wider public sector which arise prior to the pool's closing date. 

We have multiple fixed term positions available with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. Job sharing arrangements will also be considered.

For further job-related information, please contact Gen Gongora-Mesas, Manger Aboriginal History Research Services at gen.gongoramesas@cits.wa.gov.au (only contact for information about the role).

What’s in it for you?

The opportunity for career and leadership development in a collaborative environment that values diversity and recognises and respects contributions from all. In addition to flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and access to a broad range of wellbeing benefits. 

For further information on these benefits visit our Careers page.

Location

This role is based at Perth Cultural Centre.

How to apply for this position

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:

• A comprehensive CV
• Contact details of two referees, with a preference of one from a current/most recent line manager

If applying for the Administration Coordinator role please address the below:

• A three A4 page (maximum) outline on your skills and knowledge in relation to the Essential Selection Criteria that are listed below

• Demonstrated administrative experience with competence in commonly used computing applications.
• Well-developed written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, and experience in sensitively and respectfully communicating with Aboriginal Australians and/or diverse customer groups.
• Demonstrated initiative, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information and a sound understanding of the ethical considerations involved in processing personal information.
• Sound organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.

If applying for the Research and Administration Officer role or both roles, your application must address the selection criteria above and additional points below:

• Demonstrated knowledge of current and historical issues impacting Aboriginal Australians, and the ability to research, analyse, interpret and communicate information effectively.

 For further details on how to apply please read ‘Information for Applicants’.

Please note that all of the Essential Selection Criteria may be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

To submit your application, please click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Pre-employment conditions

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, have permanent resident status in Australia or have a visa that allows you to live and work in Australia for the period of your employment contract.         
Successful applicants will be required to complete the below prior to commencement:

• A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment.
• Pre employment Conflict of Interest form. Please see attached Conflict of Interest guide for further information.

Further information

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Recruitment and Establishment on 08 6552 7540 or recruitmentandestablishment@cits.wa.gov.au  

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls: 133 677

Speak & Listen: 1300 555 727

SMS relay: 0423 677 767

To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time as late applications will not be accepted.

Surplus employees may be referred and considered throughout this process.

Closing date: Monday 10 August 2026 at 4.00 pm (AWST)