This is a permanent full-time position commencing in September 2024.
We are looking for:
An applicant with:
- Excellent customer service skills for responding to enquiries in an accurate, informative, and timely manner.
- A keen attention to detail for managing and maintaining our databases, and
- The ability to develop strong working partnerships with customers and stakeholders.
About the role
The Leap program is one of the Department's staff attraction and retention initiatives. Its objective is to requalify existing teachers into areas of need.
The Leap Project Officer will support the Leap team in the delivery of the Leap program.
There will also be opportunities to assist the team in other attraction and retention activities including:
- Setting up and answering queries during Information webinars
- Assisting with the set up and working at various Career and Teaching Expos
- University presentations – talking to pre-service teachers and highlighting the benefits the Department offers.
About us
The Staff Recruitment and Employment Services Attraction and Retention team is part of a larger human resource consultancy service that supports principals, line managers, and staff across schools, central offices, and regional offices. Our team offers assistance with:
- Attracting, recruiting, and appointing quality staff.
- Managing position and salary budgets.
- Case management for employees requiring placement.
- Facilitating housing and transport for rural and remote staff.
We work closely with our colleagues in the wider tea, supporting the successful attraction, appointment, and retention of staff across all Western Australia’s education worksites.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Become a member with the onsite East Perth Gym
- Modern end of trip facilities/changerooms
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Rebecca Cornthwaite, Senior Project Officer, Workforce Supply, Mobility and Reform, on (08) 9264 5291 or emailing rebecca.cornthwaite@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated well developed computer application skills, including a working knowledge of word processing and development and maintenance of databases and spreadsheets.
- Demonstrated initiative and sound organisational skills, including the ability to identify priorities to meet conflicting timelines.
- Demonstrated sound administrative and financial management skills with the ability to interpret, report and apply financial practices and procedures.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE907733
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 August 2024.