Job opportunity

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

The Opportunity

As a Strategic Planner you will be responsible for identifying and assessing the planning suitability of land development and housing prospects, initiating development arrangements and approving public housing proposals.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Daniel Ballard, A/Director Complex Projects, on 9440 2589 during business hours.

There is currently one permanent position available for immediate filling.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

You cannot be considered for this position unless you have a completed university degree in:

• relevant to urban and regional planning.

All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency. Each qualification must be assessed individually, and the assessment must confirm the equivalent Australian qualification level (i.e. equivalent to a Bachelors or Masters degree). This assessment can be conducted by Overseas Qualification Unit, AEI-NOOSR or AASW, and the outcome evidence provided at the time of applying.

To find out more information on the qualifications required for this role, visit our website.

Join the Department of Communities

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current comprehensive resume/curriculum vitae.
2. A 2-3 page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and selection criteria/role requirements.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Karen Merritt, Senior HR Consultant, on 0432 832 244, or email Karen.Merritt@communities.wa.gov.au.

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

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

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

Lodgement is system generated, any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.