Job opportunity

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

The Department recognises Aboriginality as a genuine qualification for these positions under 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as such, and be recognised by the community.

Watch the below video to find out more about Aboriginal Recruitment at the Department of Communities:

Join a dedicated and dynamic team and help make a difference in the community!

Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for a majority of occupations and workforces in Western Australia. From 1 December 2021, Department of Communities (Communities) will be impacted by this policy. You may be requested to provide your vaccination status or proof of vaccination (or valid exemption) at any point in this recruitment process.

If the position advertised is covered by any Directions made by the Chief Health Officer under the Public Health Act 2016 (WA), only successful applicants who are vaccinated or hold an exemption will be able to be considered for appointment to the vacancy.

About the Role
The Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer (ACLO) is to enable ongoing community engagement and participation with the local community and relevant stakeholders to co-design locally owned and driven solutions to community issues. The ACLO provides the necessary link to engage in a proactive community policy appropriate for the region.

The ACLO will support the development of a co-design initiative that will better reflect community need and the impact of transient populations across the region. The role involves internal and external consultation, project co-ordination, policy and procedure development, and representation in networking and various forums where required.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Joy Cabahug, Director Community Programs on 0438 610 883.

There is currently one fixed term full time opportunity in Kalgoorlie until 30/6/2023 with the possibility of extension.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment in this or similar roles.

Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only :

1. A current resume/CV
2. A three [3] page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and selection criteria
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable)
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only)

Technical Assistance
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Brielle Karklin, A/HR Consultant on 0432 836 780 or via email at HRHUB@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact A/HR Consultant on 0432 836 780 or via email at HRHUB@communities.wa.gov.au. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.