Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE696406
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
Non-Government School Regulation are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Planning and Support Officer to join their friendly team.
The successful applicant will provide executive and administrative support services to the Directorate, including executive support to the Non-Government Schools Planning Advisory Panel. They will assist in the preparation, tracking and processing of correspondence, Ministerial responses and other documentation. They will liaise with senior staff within the Department, non-government schools, other agencies, and members of the public on a diverse range of Directorate matters, including advance determination for significant registration changes.
Through direct engagement with school leaders, the Non-Government School Regulation Directorate oversees the registration of non-government schools in Western Australia. Registration assures parents and the community that non-government schools meet the standards determined by the Minister for Education and Training and other requirements specified in Part 4 of the School Education Act 1999 and the School Education Regulations 2000. The Directorate also oversees the registration of schools registered to enrol international student visa holders.
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 division 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:
- Skills, knowledge and experience in the delivery of administration support services, including the ability to provide support to senior managers and administer and report on financial systems and budgets.
- Verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to establish and maintain working relationships and liaise effectively with senior managers, schools, officers from other agencies, and members of the public.
- Written communication skills, including the ability to prepare preliminary reports, correspondence, minutes and briefing notes.
- Analysis skills, including the identification, interpretation and presentation of data and information.
- Initiative and organisational skills, including the ability to identify priorities and meet conflicting deadlines.
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 Kristine Sargeant, Manager Education Regulation, by telephoning (08) 9441 1983 or emailing Kristine.sargeant@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 three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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 before commencing employment
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
- complete the Department’s training in Accountability 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, 29 September 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED