Suitable applicants from previously advertised process DOE969597 need not apply.
The Department of Education Staffing Services Directorate are creating a pool of Recruitment Officers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise at any time from July 2026 until the end of July 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for commencements during this period.
The Staffing Services Directorate is responsible for addressing the workforce needs of schools and central and regional services within the Department and comprises Recruitment, Workforce Supply, Mobility and Reform, International Recruitment, School Staffing Support, and Housing and Transport teams. The Recruitment is a large team of over 60 members organised into seven client-oriented portfolios. This team supports more than 800 work sites in the recruitment and appointment of qualified staff, managing over 20,000 staff movements each year. By collaborating with school principals and line managers, we aim to find the best candidates for their organisations while providing top-quality, client-focused, and compliant recruitment guidance to ensure successful outcomes
Recruitment Officer roles may be in any of the teams across our branch which support WA public schools, Department of Education central and regional offices, and applicants.
These teams include:
- Regional and Metropolitan Schools Recruitment
- Central Services Recruitment
- Executive Recruitment
- Casual Workforce Team
The Role
You’ll join a supportive team working in a fast-paced environment, supporting Western Australian public school Principals and Department line managers by facilitating the recruitment and appointment of staff. You’ll also respond to queries from applicants regarding employment opportunities and assist them with the application process.
This is an exciting time to join the recruitment team as we implement the Public Sector Commission’s new recruitment, selection and appointment instructions and support our hiring managers to navigate the changes.
You’ll use your excellent customer service skills to support hiring managers to achieve successful hiring outcomes with efficient and effective recruitment, selection and appointment service and knowledgeable, compliant advice based on recruitment policies and procedures.
Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously will be essential as well as sound computer literacy as you update and transact in the recruitment system daily.
Your ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and clients will be key to success in this role. We approach our work collaboratively, and clear communication and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential.
For further information regarding the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Previous experience in recruitment or another human resource function would be highly regarded but is not essential. If you’re a friendly, computer literate team player with excellent relationships building skills, strong customer service focus and great communication skills who thrives in a dynamic and fast paced, process driven environment we encourage you to apply. We provide structured training, and you will be supported to learn as part of a close-knit team.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth 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)
- 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.
- Long service leave after 7 years.
Want to find out more?
Please contact Jasper Garde, Team Leader of Operations by phoning (08) 9264 0063 or emailing jasper.garde@education.wa.edu.au. Alternatively you can contact Davina Goh, Recruitment Operations Coordinator on (08) 9264 8735 or emailing davina.goh@education.wa.edu.au
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Forms (JDF).
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.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
How do I apply?
Step 1: Prepare the following documentation:
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional experience in relation to this position
- A cover letter of up to two (2) pages addressing the following criteria from the attached Job Description Form
A key part of this role is supporting Hiring Managers through recruitment processes and using online systems to manage recruitment requests. The selection panel would like to learn more about your experience working in a fast paced, customer focused environment, following policies and procedures and using computer systems in your day-to-day work. Any knowledge and experience you may have of recruitment, selection and appointment will be highly regarded but not essential. We encourage applications from people who are adaptable, willing to learn, and have strong communication and organisational skills.
2. Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to plan and prioritise tasks whilst maintaining attention to detail
4. Demonstrated understanding of policies, awards and legislation related to recruitment and advertising principles and practices.
5. Demonstrated experience in the application of computerised human resource management information systems and/or online recruitment databases or equivalent.
Although not essential we would recommend when writing to the above criteria that applicants demonstrate their skills and abilities using a structured format such as the Situation, Action, Outcome (SAO) or Situation, Task, Action, Result (STAR) format.
Short listed applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
Step 2: Once you have your documents ready - Select “Apply for Job”, located at either the top or bottom of this screen
Step 3: Complete the online application form and attach your documents.
Once you have submitted your application you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email or are having issues with applying, please telephone on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
All applications are submitted online. Proforma, faxed, emailed, hand delivered, posted and late applications will not be accepted. Applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time so we encourage you to start your application early.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1042520
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 12 June 2026
