This is a permanent, full time vacancy

About the role

The Directorate is accountable for the custody and containment, care and wellbeing, reparation, development and reintegration of people within their supervision.

The Movements Officer is responsible for the collation, completion and distribution of paperwork to facilitate prisoner transfers, movements and discharges in accordance with prison operations.

Suitability Requirements

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

• Computer skills: An understanding of computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, document writing and emails. The ability to learn in-house computer systems.
• Interpersonal skills: The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders utilising written and oral skills. The ability to question, listen, understand and discuss calmly while adapting to audiences, particularly those relevant to minority groups, non-English speaking backgrounds and indigenous people. Develop, maintain and participate in work groups to achieve positive outcomes. Working professionally with others in a team environment.
• Organisation and resource management: The ability to interpret information and evaluate opportunities to prioritise and manage tasks/projects with available resources to achieve positive results. The ability to show judgement, intelligence and common sense while recognising potential issues/problems and acting within set timeframes.

Eligibility

Permanent positions – 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.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in administration, customer service, and prisoner movements.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• 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. A statement no more than 1 page, addressing all the following Suitability Requirements. Please provide examples to support your claims.
• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organisation and resource management

1. A copy of your current qualifications.
2. Contact details of two work related referees.

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 Eastern Goldfields Regional Prison during this period.

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. 

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Frances Harwood, Case Management Coordinator on (08) 9093 5133 for a confidential discussion.

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.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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