This process is for two (2) permanent full time vacancies, one (1) at Melaleuca Women’s Prison and one (1) at Bandyup Women’s Prison, commencing as soon as possible.

About the role

The Clerical Officer at Bandyup Women’s Prison is responsible for providing clerical support to the business unit, ensuring that approved administration processes are maintained. This includes, but is not limited to, word processing, maintaining correspondence and filing systems, attending to telephone and reception and general clerical duties.

The Visits Booking Officer at Melaleuca Women’s Prison will be responsible for processing all prisoner visit bookings via phone and/or forms. The position will also maintain contact information for the Centre’s phone system.

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for candidates who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

1. Communicates and Influences Effectively - The ability to explain information using language appropriate to the client while limiting the use of jargon, listen and ask questions to ensure understanding and to confirm that the message has been understood and to discuss issues calmly.
2. Builds Productive Relationships - The capacity to responds under direction to changes in client needs and expectations, manage progress and keeps clients informed and provide prompt and courteous service, as well as the capacity to recognise the value of individual differences and work styles.
3. Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills including good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
4. The ability to use the Microsoft Office Program (Word, Excel, Outlook) to perform data entry and retrieval and collate information / statistics.

Eligibility

To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career pathway opportunities.
• Free onsite parking.
• Learning and development opportunity programs.

Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
2. Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.  
3. Please provide a statement of no more than one (1) page addressing the Suitability Requirements below as listed in the section above. Please provide examples to support your claims. In your statement please also indicate which preferred role you’re applying for.

• Builds Productive Relationships.
• Communicates and Influences Effectively.

All the remaining Suitability Requirements listed in the section above will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Perth Metropolitan area during this period.

For Further Job Related Information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy, please contact Lina Dean on (08) 9264 6235 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link. 

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email workforcediversity@justice.wa.gov.au. 

Submitting your application

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

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The Department of Justice has introduced a smoke-free policy, which has been fully implemented across all women’s prisons and the Academy, with all other prison sites to follow.