There has never been a more exciting time to join the Examinations, Certification and Testing directorate of the School Curriculum and Standards Division and be part of the future to deliver great outcomes for the community!
This talent register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for fixed term, full-time and part-time opportunities up to twelve (12) months for a range of key positions across the Examinations, Certification and Testing directorate.
The Department of Education’s priority and focus remains on appointing merit based selected staff, permanently.
*The Department will commence reviewing applications immediately to fill current opportunities*
Our Branch
The School Curriculum and Standards Division supports the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority) by providing administrative and secretariat services and implementing its decisions. The Authority ensures quality curriculum, assessment, and standards to empower all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society. Within this framework, the Examinations, Certification, and Testing (ECT) Directorate plays a vital role in delivering essential educational services and initiatives.
The ECT Directorate is responsible for managing the logistics of the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) course examinations, Externally Set Tasks (EST), and the National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) across Western Australia. It also oversees the design and analysis of literacy and numeracy assessments for the Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (OLNA) and ensures high data integrity through collection, analysis, and reporting. Additional responsibilities include developing online exam structures, evaluating educational measurement activities for Years 11 and 12, and ensuring seamless data transfer between schools and the Authority. The Directorate is committed to meeting reporting requirements and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, supported by a diverse team of specialists in program analysis, systems, cyber security, and data management.
The Roles
You may be considered for the following or similar positions:
- Level 2, Administration Assistant
- Level 3, Examination Support Officer
- Level 3, Data Support Officer
- Level 3, Helpdesk and Support Officer
- Level 3, ICT Operations Officer
- Level 4, Computer Operations Officer
- Level 4, Program Analyst
- Level 6, Senior Consultant – Examinations (Written)
- Level 6, Senior Consultant - Examinations
- Level 7, Principal Consultant – Practical Examinations
- Level 7, Principal Consultant – Written Examinations
- Level 7, Principal Consultant – Examination Security
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Gabby Raggio, Director, Logistics, Testing and Planning on (08) 9273 6787 or emailing gabby.raggio@scsa.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Forms (JDFs).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A comprehensive CV, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to these roles and indicating which level positions you want to be considered for.
Once you apply, your CV will stay on the register until the below closing date and time.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Please note
The register is actively monitored, and applicants may be contacted if an opportunity arises which suits their skills and experience for the above or other similar positions. Please be aware that there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register. Further information about your application to this talent register can be directed to Gabby Raggio, Director, Logistics, Testing and Planning on (08) 9273 6787 or emailing gabby.raggio@scsa.wa.edu.au
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE937889
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 31 March 2026
