Job opportunity

We currently have one, full-time, fixed term vacancy available for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

We are also seeking to form a pool of suitable applicants for other roles which may arise across the Museum and Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.

About the Museum

The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone. It preserves, documents and shares collections relating to the State’s natural and cultural heritage. It collaborates with people across Western Australia to share the stories and voices of diverse communities. It works alongside national and international organisations, contributing to global research, promoting life-long learning, and developing and hosting world-class exhibitions.

About the Department

The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries has a strong emphasis on invigorating Western Australian communities and offering outstanding sporting and cultural experiences to local, interstate and international visitors.

About the vacancy

The role provides a customer focussed consultancy and advisory service to management and staff on a diverse range of human resource and workforce matters for staff and volunteers.  It also initiates and contributes to the development, review and evaluation of Human Resources strategies, plans, policies, procedures, guidelines and systems.

About you

We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated individual who loves working in a positive team environment, enjoys a challenge and wants to make a difference.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• Provide a customer focussed consultancy and advisory service to managers, employees and volunteers on a variety of complex, human resource issues
• Provides guidance, coaching and support to managers and the executive to enable effective management of employees and volunteers.
• Contributes to the development, implementation and evaluation of contemporary human resource policies and practices to ensure their alignment with the organisation values and objectives.

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Forms (JDF’s) for further information about the work-related requirements (Selection Criteria) of this position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

• A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees.
• A statement of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience in providing a comprehensive consultancy service to management and staff across a wide variety of human resource matters including; recruitment, workforce management, establishment, change management, performance, employee relations, learning and development and redeployment and redundancy.

The above will be used to shortlist and all other work related requirements will be assessed at a later stage of the assessment process.

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

To submit your application, click “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process, you can contact Human Resources on (08) 6552 1718.

Further Information

If you would like further information on this opportunity please contact, Melanie King, Manager Human Resources, 6552 7354.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.

A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment, as per the Department’s Police Record Screening Policy.

Pool Recruitment

This pool will be open for a period of 18 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term, full time, part time and casual appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.

Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies with the WA Museum for the duration of the pool.

Equity and Diversity

The WA Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse working environment and providing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and young people. The Museum values the importance of a work environment which is representative of the wider community, and which supports a variety of perspectives