This is a permanent, full-time vacancy

About the role

The Workforce Services Directorate is responsible for the delivery of the Department’s industrial advice and consultancy services and delivery of a suite of specialist employee support services aligned to the Respect@Work framework that proactively promote psychological safety across the workforce.

The Principal Workforce Services Advisor is responsible for undertaking special projects that support and strengthen the functioning and services delivered by Workforce Services Directorate. The position is responsible for managing and participating in projects that ensure tools and policies are aligned, enhance employee engagement and improve organisational performance.

The position also provides high level support to the Executive Director Workforce Services in respect to the case management of contentious, complex and sensitive employee complaint/claim matters and oversights Directorate monitoring of service provision.

Suitability Requirements

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

• Demonstrated experience managing complex, contentious and sensitive employee complaint and/or claim matters.
• Display a high level of problem solving and critical thinking.
• Display a proficient understanding of the industrial framework applicable to the workforce and ability to analyse the impacts in changes to legislation and policies.
• Demonstrated experience in providing a highly efficient executive support service to senior management personnel. This includes operating with a strategic focus and the ability to direct and manage the administrative governance processes.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

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:

• A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements in relation to the above Suitability Requirements.
• Contact details of two work related referees, one of whom should be your current/ most recent supervisor/manager.

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 in Perth during this period.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Amanda Greenland, Executive Director Workforce Services on 0483 295 355 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

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

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