Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE648175
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position, commencing ASAP with possible extension
The Department of Education’s Standards and Integrity Directorate is seeking to appoint a thorough and proactive Principal Investigator to join their professional team.
The successful applicant will provide strategic leadership and coordination of an investigation team and you will develop, implement and evaluate strategies, systems and methodologies for complaints investigation, discipline management and compliance with statutory obligations. Examining the breaches of discipline and acts of misconduct, including child protection matters.
You will develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders which will include the Corruption and Crime Commission, WA Police, the Public Sector Commission, the Teacher Registration Board of WA and the Ombudsman of WA.
The Standards and Integrity Directorate is responsible for the assessment and investigation of alleged misconduct; directing the allocation and timely investigation of complaints relating to employee misconduct; coordination of all disciplinary processes; investigation of complaints and allegations against staff, including public interest disclosures, serious misconduct and breaches of discipline; provision of proactive professional learning strategies related to professional standards and conduct; child protection; protected disclosures; and implementing a working with children check recording system across the Department.
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 and understanding of the relevant regulatory system underpinning investigations within a government context.
- Skills and experience in the management and conduct of high-level, complex and sensitive investigations of complaints and breaches of discipline within a public sector environment.
- Highly developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to undertake high level consultations and collaborations and commitment to provide a quality customer service.
- Highly developed skills leading, managing and facilitating a team, including a proven ability to lead individuals and groups.
- Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, with a proven ability to develop innovative approaches to the development and/or implementation of organisational change in the work environment.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria 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 Nick Wells, Director by telephoning (08) 9264 4211 or emailing Nick.Wells@education.wa.edu.au
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 (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria 1, 2 and 3 in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to three (3) 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 and yearly thereafter
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- hold a current C class drivers licence • travel intrastate as required
- complete a declaration prior to employment and annually thereafter disclosing any previous disciplinary findings, criminal charges or convictions, and ongoing conflicts of interest
- provide a statement from previous employer/s with regard to any disciplinary findings
- 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 Thursday, 24 September 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED