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.

Vaccination Requirements
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) is impacted by this policy.

In line with the Directions made by the Chief Health Officer (CHO) under the Public Health Act 2016 (WA), to be eligible for appointment to a position within Communities, applicants must provide evidence that they are fully vaccinated (unless a valid medical exemption is granted by the CHO). Fully vaccinated applicants are also required to receive a third dose by 5 February 2022 or within one month of becoming eligible for the third dose.

You may be requested to confirm your vaccination or valid exemption status at any point in this recruitment process.

The Opportunity
The Regulation and Quality Directorate administers the Department’s Regulatory functions, under legislation or policy.

The Executive Assistant provides high-level confidential executive and administrative support to the Executive Director Regulation and Quality, and supports the successful operation of the Directorate by assisting with projects, undertaking research, coordinating administrative functions, and drafting reports.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Phil Payne, Executive Director Regulation and Quality, on 0439 536 685.

This is a permanent, full time opportunity.

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

Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above/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/role requirements.
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).

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the essential selection criteria during the selection process.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources 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

Equity and Diversity
The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

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 Human Resources 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.