Research Officer
Level 4, $87,712 - $92,057 pa, PSCSAA 2022
At Finance we’re committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for our customers.
We deliver a diverse range of services throughout the State including providing leadership and advice across government, building infrastructure projects such as schools, hospitals and community facilities, buying goods and services for government such as electric vehicles, pharmaceutical products or software services and we coordinate initiatives to support the Western Australian economy like administering grants and rebates.
Surprising right? Our collaborative approach and commitment to innovation means we get things done.
Our staff are passionate about the work we do and our values of clarity, empathy, growth and collaboration underpin everything. We are also committed to making Finance the ‘best place to work’ which means we value flexibility and diversity.
We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage gender diversity, Aboriginal people, young people, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to join us.
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
- a range of flexible work options including working from home up to 2 days per week.
- significant opportunities to develop and grow through a range of professional development, training, and on the job learning opportunities.
- generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave and 3 public service holidays each year. In addition, long service leave accrues every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year.
- flexible workspaces at our Djookanup location in Osborne Park, where you will be able to choose the type of office space that enables you to do your best work.
- access to activity-based work hubs in the CBD, Fremantle and Joondalup.
About The Role:
The Research Officer is a newly created position in our EIM, Business Improvement and Governance team.
This is unique opportunity to undertake research and analysis on information relating to the management of asbestos-related claims. The role is responsible for searching for records and evaluating results to make conclusions on the accuracy of statements made in legal proceedings and writing reports relating to the asbestos-related claim.
The role is also responsible for records-related project work and contributes to the achievement of wider Enterprise Information Management, Business Improvement & Governance team goals.
About You:
If your work values align to ours, and you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative and inclusive work environment, this opportunity might be of interest to you.
You will also need to demonstrate:
- Excellent research and analytical skills (though not a requirement, research skills acquired through university studies would be highly relevant).
- A tenacious and patient approach to finding and collating information
- The ability to write complex information using plain language.
- A continuous improvement mindset
We’ll provide you with on the job training and opportunities to develop new skills and expertise.
How to Apply:
If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS word or PDF format only:
- A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the details of two referees.
- A covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) outlining your research and analytical skills in the context of the role and our Values.
You may need to provide documentation to substantiate claims regarding any qualifications listed on your covering letter and/or CV.
Virtual interviews may be used as part of this recruitment process.
You will need to clearly demonstrate your alignment to the Department’s Values throughout all stages of the selection process as a pre-requisite for appointment.
Please ensure you apply by the closing deadline as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Further Job-Related Information:
Please contact Peter Hullett on (08) 6551 1294 for further information about the position (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application).
Please refer to the Applicant Information Pack and Job Description Form for full position details as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
If you experience difficulties downloading these documents, please call (08) 6557 8111, select option 1 followed by option 2 and quote VCID02859 to obtain an Applicant Information Pack.
Currently there is one (1) permanent full-time position available for filling. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to this advertised vacancy, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twelve (12) months on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.
