Legal and Legislative Services are seeking to establish a pool of Senior Investigators for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2026 and up to the end of July 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Currently there are two permanent, full-time or part-time vacancies available for immediate filling.
The Legal and Legislative Services Branch provides advice to the Department on legal and legislation matters. The Branch deals with, and on behalf of the Department, provides advice about various sensitive legal issues, complaints, administrative law, legislation issues, insurance and claims against the Department.
The Role
Senior Investigators manage historical sexual abuse and civil claims investigation. They conduct high level and significantly sensitive investigations by conducting interviews and identifying relevant documents for legal advisors.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- 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)
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 Legal and Legislative Services on (08) 9264 4052 and speak with Sarah McDonald, Legal Officer or Angela Plummer, Practice Manager or by emailing sarah.mcdonald3@education.wa.edu.au or angela.plummer@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- hold a current C class driver’s licence.
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 maximum three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. Please provide examples to support your claims:
1. Demonstrated skills and experience in undertaking complex and sensitive investigations into allegations of child sexual abuse.
3. Demonstrated highly developed oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people at all levels and provide quality customer service.
5. Demonstrated highly developed research, conceptual and analytical skills
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process
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: DOE1022497
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 27 January 2026
