Job opportunity

Permanent Appointment

The Department of Training and Workforce Development’s role is to drive a responsive, flexible and quality training system to meet the needs of industry and build a strong and successful future for our community. Find out more by visiting our website www.dtwd.wa.gov.au

The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes through the recruitment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people and people with disability.

As a measure to achieve equality, sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply and to indicate within their application to which diversity group they belong.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to the application or interview process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via dtwdhr@dtwd.wa.gov.au or via (08) 9203 3735.

We value differences and flexible thinking and ensure that our people feel supported to do their best work. We recognise that flexible work arrangements support health and wellbeing, empower our people and increase team productivity.   

The Opportunity
The Manager Jobs and Skills Resource Unit leads the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies, resources and initiatives to support the Jobs and Skills Centres. This includes working closely with the Jobs and Skills Centres, TAFE colleges, other areas of the Department and other key stakeholders to identify resource requirements and development needs.

This position ensures that the content on the Jobs and Skills WA website is maintained as the primary customer facing website for all information related to vocational education and training, career development and workforce development in Western Australia. The Manager Jobs and Skills Resource Unit also coordinates the dissemination of shared information and resources to the Jobs and Skills Centre network.

To be successful in this role you will need to possess a Graduate Certificate Career Development or equivalent and ideally have a background in contemporary career development practices and experience as a career development practitioner. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills and be able to develop and implement professional development resources to support the career development service provided by the network of Jobs and Skills Centres.

What we offer
You will have access to a range of benefits including:

• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities;
• Salary packaging options; and
• Access to health and wellbeing initiatives.

We encourage applicants to visit the Department’s Jobs and Skills WA website for assistance with finding employment and career progression.

Want to know more?
For full details of the role and what we are looking for you are encouraged to read the attached job description and application package.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Carmen Broderick, Director Service Delivery Operations on 0437 419 689 or via email Carmen.Broderick@dtwd.wa.gov.au

Ready to Apply?
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit a written application consisting of a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume and a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the requirements of the position as outlined in the attached Job Description Form. Your CV should provide sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role.

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To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button. If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on (08) 9203 3735.

Other Conditions and Eligibility
New employees will be required to obtain a criminal convictions screening clearance by providing a current National Police Certificate prior to their appointment.

To be eligible for appointment applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments).

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants. 

Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close Monday, 10 January 2022 at 4:00pm (WST).