This is a 11 month fixed term, full-time position commencing July 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency
The Examinations, Certification and Testing (ECT) Directorate is responsible for:
- implementing the logistics for the delivery of Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) course examinations
- implementing the logistics for the delivery of Externally Set Tasks (EST)
- developing and maintaining strategies to acknowledge student performance including the development of online exam structures
- designing, implementing and evaluating educational measurement activities in Years 11 and 12, including the moderation of external assessment activities
- implementing the logistics for the delivery of National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) across Western Australia
- designing, developing and analysing tests, and implementing the logistics for the delivery of the literacy and numeracy assessments of the Online Literacy Numeracy Assessment (OLNA).
- ensuring that data is of the highest integrity and that it is collected, assured, analysed and reported within all required timelines
- ensuring that there is a strong interface between schools and the Authority for the purpose of data transferal
- managing all reporting requirements for the Authority and assuring the efficacy of any data reported to stakeholders.
The Role
The successful applicant will lead and manage the Senior Consultant – Examination (Written) and Examinations Support Officer, ensuring the efficient and accurate organisation, conduct and marking of designated written Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) course and interstate language examinations and ESTs. The successful applicant will develop, implement and review policies and procedures for the recruitment, selection, training, performance management and payment of chief markers and markers for designated ATAR course examinations and ESTs.
As a Principal Consultant - Written Examinations will initiate and liaise with other Authority staff, such as Examination Logistics Principal Consultants and Senior Consultant, Examination Development Principal Consultants, curriculum specialist and Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy (CASP) Principal Consultants, regarding the selection of markers and the conduct of the marker training process. In this role you will manage the organisation of written ATAR course examinations and ESTs, including the procurement and distribution of all required materials whilst coordinating the marking process for written ATAR course examinations and liaise with the chief markers on matters relating to the marking.
Other key responsibilities in this role includes the management of staff performance and staff leave entitlements, in accordance with relevant awards, agreements and departmental policies. Applicants with experience in maintaining effective records and information databases in accordance with record keeping policies are encouraged to apply.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
- 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 Barclay Jones, Manager, Examination Logistics ECT on (08) 9273 6309 or by emailing Barclay.Jones@scsa.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 relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent substantial experience.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
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 two (2) 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 extensive knowledge and understanding of assessment and curriculum in the context of the Western Australian Certificate of Education and Year 12 ATAR course examinations.
- Demonstrated highly-developed project management skills, including demonstrated experience in planning, monitoring, reviewing, evaluating and reporting on complex projects.
- Demonstrated highly developed organisational skills with a proven ability to deliver outcomes on schedule in a demanding environment and within tight timeframes.
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: DOE1039723
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 Friday, 5 June 2026
