About the role

Do you have experience in campaign or high volume recruitment? We’re seeking a self motivated recruiter who can lead a small team in the end to end recruitment of community, health and custodial roles within Corrective Services. If you thrive on planning schedules and building relationships with business areas in a hands-on capacity, this could be the perfect position for you!

The Recruitment Team Lead is a hands-on leadership role responsible for guiding and supporting Senior Recruitment Officers while overseeing the day-to-day delivery of recruitment services. The role works directly with stakeholders to manage recruitment, provide expert advice, and ensure operational vacancies are filled through efficient, compliant and candidate-focused recruitment and selection processes.

Experienced senior recruiters looking to take the next step in their recruitment career are welcome to apply.

Suitability Requirements

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

Shape and Manage Recruitment Strategy – High level knowledge and understanding of best practice recruitment and selection methods with the ability to interpret awards, agreements, legislation, policy, and procedures.

Achieve Results – Able to monitor progress against performance expectations to ensure deadlines are met, and apply and develop capabilities to meet performance expectations, and be responsive to changes in requirements.

Communicate and Influence Effectively – Able to structure messages clearly and succinctly orally and in writing, focus on gaining a clear understanding of other comments by listening and questioning for clarity, check that own views have been understood, and listen to differing ideas to develop an understanding of the issues.

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.
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness Centre discounts available for employees and their families.

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. 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, one (1) of whom should be your current or most recent supervisor where possible.
3. Please provide a response of no more than one (1) page to the following question listed below with examples to support your claims.

Demonstrate an example of your experience in end to end recruitment whilst interpreting complex policy and/or legislation. 

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 Casey Thompson, A/Recruitment Portfolio Lead on (08) 9334 6095 or Kerry Collier, A/Recruitment Portfolio Lead on 0466 127 580, 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.

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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