These are permanent, full-time vacancies.

About Justice

When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

About the roles

The Clerical Officer is responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support to assist efficient and effective operation at Wooroloo Prison Farm. The position is also responsible for processing all prisoner visit bookings via phone and/or forms and maintaining contact information for the Centre’s phone system.

The Gratuities Clerk is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations and administration duties including maintaining the gratuity and scheduling functions within Wooroloo Prison Farm.  In addition, the position provides relief for other Level 1 Clerical positions as required.

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for candidates who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

Integrity - A demonstrated commitment to adhere to the Code of Conduct, behave honestly and ethically.  Applies self stay calm and professional under pressure, and provide accurate information to others. Provides accurate information, checks and confirms accuracy prior to release. Acknowledges mistakes and learns from them, and seeks guidance and advice when required.

Administration Skills - Demonstrated experience in a range of administrative skills including front line customer service and electronic file management in a demanding office environment with multiple priorities and deadlines under a line management structure.

IT Skills – A demonstratable moderate level of ability including trouble shooting computers, setting up workstations, adapting to new and changing software, connecting to printing and scanning, basic ability to trouble shoot with co workers onsite and in sub office locations in regards to any IT equipment.

Communicate Effectively - The ability to explain information using language appropriate to the stakeholder while limiting the use of jargon, listening and asking questions to ensure understanding and to confirm that any information has been understood and discuss issues calmly.

Eligibility

Permanent positions – To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

• Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills and experience and highlights your key achievements.
• Contact details of two work-related referees.

All remaining Suitability Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Wooroloo Prison Farm during this period. 

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Ian Ward, Business Manager on 08 9573 3003 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.  

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link.  

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email workforcediversity@justice.wa.gov.au.  

Submitting your application

Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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The Department of Justice has introduced a smoke-free policy, which has been fully implemented across all women’s prisons and the Academy, with all other prison sites to follow before the end of 2025.