Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE672473
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Standards and Integrity Directorate is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to the role of Senior Consultant – Working with Children Checks (WCC)
As the Senior Consultant – WCC you will provide effective project management in relation to the development, implementation, monitoring and updating of policies, procedures and strategies to facilitate the Working with Children legislation. This role will involve the successful applicant to research and analysis relevant legislation, trends and issues within the State, in other States and overseas in relation to working with children policies and practices and the protection of children.
This position will require strong interpersonal and consultation skills with proven ability to establish networks and liaise effectively with officers at all levels both internal and external. The ability to adapt to change and work collaboratively to ensure the sharing of relevant information to maintain and monitor legislative compliance obligations is highly desirable.
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:
- High-level policy analysis and development skills, including the ability to assess strategic and policy implications of issues and provide appropriate advice.
- Well developed interpersonal and consultation skills with proven ability to establish networks and liaise effectively with officers at all levels both internal and external.
- High-level written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of briefing notes, ministerial responses and responses to Parliamentary Questions.
- Skills and experience in implementing and maintaining business systems.
- Substantial knowledge of State, National and international trends and issues related to child protection legislation and the application of the Western Australian Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004.
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, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up four (4) 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
- 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 Wednesday, 10 March 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED