Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS709034
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2022
Do you want to make a positive difference in your local community?
Busselton Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint a Human Resources Officer to join their team.
As the Human Resource Officer (HRO) you will provide advice and support in the coordination of human resources activities and operations. This will include managing job vacancies: coordinating leave and relief management; coordinating the human resources management information system (HRMIS); assisting in the implementation of staff induction; probation and performance management, and provide human resources advice and information to staff. The HRO will develop and maintain positive relationships with relief staff to ensure staff absences are backfilled on a daily basis, maintaining high standards of staffing across the school.
The successful applicant will ideally have sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, the ability to solve problems, implement strategy and manage Human Resource systems and processes.
Busselton SHS will continually strive to be an outstanding, inclusive school that effectively responds to the needs of our community. We are committed to developing capable, empathetic and confident life-long learners who will contribute positively to society. This will be achieved through excellence in teaching and learning, developing respectful relationships and delivering an education that challenges and engages all of our students.
Busselton SHS is situated in a coastal town in the South West of Western Australia. The School was established in 1958 and has served the community for over 60 years. Our school has a proud history with fine traditions in place, created by the various student bodies over time, along with a loyal, dedicated staff. We aim to provide educational relevance and opportunities for students within the town. Concurrently, the traditions and history of the school need to be honoured and preserved. Busselton SHS aims to be an outstanding, inclusive school that effectively meets the needs of our community. We are committed to developing capable, empathetic and confident life-long learners who will contribute positively to society. This will be achieved through excellence in teaching and learning, developing respectful relationships and delivering a curriculum that challenges and wholly engages all of our students.
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 school 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 (selection criteria):
- Ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
- Sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with staff and work within a team environment.
- Sound knowledge and skills in human resource management, including research, planning and recruitment practices.
- Conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to implement appropriate strategies. Eligibility and training requirements
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school 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.
Further information about Busselton Senior High School can be found by visiting www.busseltonshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Cassandra Dyson, Manager Corporate Services for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Busselton, by telephoning 9751 8907 or emailing cassandra.dyson@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 Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- 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
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
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- 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 Monday, 22 November 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.