Job opportunity

State Library of Western Australia

Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

Community Liaison Officer (Indigenous Engagement)

13100

Level 4, $78,452 - $82,797 pa, PSGO CSA GA (2017)

For this position, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

The State Library of Western Australia connects Western Australians with information and ideas; creating services and events that engage and inspire communities and celebrate their diversity.

Conditions

This is a full-time (1.0FTE), permanent vacancy.

The Library is subject to a 7 day rotating roster including weekends and evenings.

A current National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months) and a Working With Children Clearance will be required prior to commencement of employment, as per the Department’s Police Record Screening Policy.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants for this position may be considered for ‘similar’ vacancies within the Department and/or the wider public sector which arise within a reasonable period of time. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.

Location

This position is located in the Perth Cultural Centre hub close to Yagan Square and the bustling café, tourist and shopping districts.

Job Description

This is an identified position for a person of Aboriginal descent. The position coordinates the development and implementation of projects and services in the Indigenous cultural heritage and learning area, building positive relationships with Indigenous clients and community groups accessing the State Library’s services and collections. For a full description of the role and work related requirements please see the attached Job Description Form.

How to apply for this position

• Applicants are required to apply on-line and must provide;
• a comprehensive CV
• a three A4 page (maximum) outline on your skills and knowledge in relation to the Essential Work Related Requirements that are listed on the attached Job Description Form
• a completed Application Form

• For further details on how to apply please read the attached ‘Applicant Information Package’.

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

If you are unable to apply online, please refer to the attached Applicant Information Package (section ‘Submitting Your Application’).

If you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact the helpline on 1300 733 056 (Option 3) during business hours for further assistance.

Please note that all of the Essential Work Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

For further job related information, please contact Dr Chris Owen on (08) 9427 3480 (not to be contacted for an Applicant Information Package).

NO FAXED, LATE OR PROFORMA APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

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.