The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) acknowledges the Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities in which we operate. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal people and their cultures, and to Elders past and present.

About the department

CITS is a diverse agency that supports all Western Australians by giving them opportunities to reach their potential and live their very best lives. Staff in our department work across the portfolios of creative industries; sport and recreation; tourism and multicultural interests.  We’re also responsible for supporting major events and infrastructure projects throughout WA:

• We support a sustainable arts and cultural sector that facilitates social and economic wellbeing by building capacity of the sector, the provision of funding and grants, progressing infrastructure projects, providing research, policy, information and support.
  
• We help maintain a strong and diverse sport and recreation sector by removing barriers to participation, providing funding and support for the sector through grants, infrastructure and major capital projects.
  
• We promote and support multiculturalism, through the Office of Multicultural Interests, which strengthens communities to ensure WA is a vibrant and effective multicultural society.
  
• We champion WA’s tourism industry and promote Western Australia as an incredible destination.
  
• We support the people of WA, including First Nations peoples, to connect to their culture and history through Aboriginal History Western Australia, and the State Records Office.

Why work with us?

Our diverse organisation is supported by talented people from all walks of life and many different backgrounds who are supported to genuinely contribute to inclusivity in the workplace.

If you want to work in an inspirational organisation where you have a voice and can contribute to the things that matter to you, then join our awesome team!

We are proudly an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity. We support diversity and inclusion in the public sector because it makes us stronger as an organisation, and better able to meet our community’s needs.  We strongly encourage people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and youth to apply.

CITS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

For further information on CITS, visit our website. You can also keep up to date on CITS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.

About the role

Launch your career with the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS)

Are you ready to build valuable skills, gain practical experience and make a meaningful contribution to Western Australia community?

CITS next Graduate Program starts in February 2027, and we want you to join us!

The CITS Graduate Program is a structured 18-month program, with customised rotations through diverse business areas, matching graduate development goals and area of interest.

As a Graduate Officer, you will contribute to a range of initiatives that build the capacity of people and organisations resulting in increased participation in community activities by Western Australians. Graduates will also take on a range of exciting projects that will develop their networks and skills within CITS.

Prospective areas you could gain experience in include:

• Sport and Recreation
• Culture and the Arts
• Aboriginal Culture
• Multicultural Interests
• Tourism WA
• Corporate Services
• Strategic Policy

Graduates may also have the unique opportunity to complete a rotation with one of our Cultural Statutory Authorities (CSAs). These organisations celebrate and preserve Western Australia’s natural and cultural heritage, share stories that connect communities, and encourage ongoing learning and new ways of thinking.

• Western Australian Museum
• Art Gallery of WA
• State Library of Western Australia
• Arts and Culture Trust

We have two, fixed term, full time (75 hrs p/f) positions available for the duration of the graduate program with possibility of permanency.

Please be advised that interviews for this recruitment process are scheduled to be conducted in the new year.

For further job-related information, please contact Melissa Maxfield, Capability and Development Team Lead on capabilityanddevelopment@cits.wa.gov.au (only contact for information about the role).

What’s in it for you?

The opportunity for career and leadership development in a collaborative environment that values diversity and recognises and respects contributions from all. In addition to flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and access to a broad range of wellbeing benefits. 

For further information on these benefits visit our Careers page.

Location

These roles are based at our metro offices and could be at 140 William Street, Perth and 246 Vincent Street Leederville.

How to apply for this position

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:

• A comprehensive CV
• Contact details of two referees, with a preference of one from a current/most recent line manager
• A one A4 page (maximum) outline on your:

• Sound research and problem-solving skills and your ability to identify appropriate solutions.
• Initiative and good organisational skills and your ability to multi-task, prioritise, meet deadlines and work effectively within a team.
• An electronic copy of your academic transcript and evidence you have completed (or will have completed) your course study in 2026 or the last 2 years. Include your final or most recent grades.

For further details on how to apply please read ‘Information for Applicants’.

Please note that all of the Essential Selection Criteria may be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

To submit your application, please click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Pre-employment conditions

To be appointed to this position or any future role as a result of this process, you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia or have a valid visa to live and work in Australia for the duration of any fixed term employment prior to appointment. Suitability to the role does not guarantee appointment where work rights do not meet legislative requirements for filling positions in the WA Public Sector.

Successful applicants will be required to complete the below prior to commencement:

• A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment.
• Pre employment Conflict of Interest form. Please see attached Conflict of Interest guide for further information.

Further information

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Recruitment and Establishment on 08 6552 7540 or recruitmentandestablishment@cits.wa.gov.au 

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls: 133 677

Speak & Listen: 1300 555 727

SMS relay: 0423 677 767

To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time as late applications will not be accepted.

This pool is for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made as vacancies arise over the next 12 months from the initial date of appointment from this pool. Applicants found suitable for this recruitment pool may also be considered for 'similar' vacancies within CITS and the wider public sector which arise prior to the pool's closing date.

Surplus employees may be referred and considered throughout this process.

Closing date: 04 December 2026 at 4.00 pm (AWST)