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Talent Register for the Information Services Directorate

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

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Information Services Directorate – Driving Digital Transformation

The Information Services Directorate plays a key role in shaping the Departments digital future and delivery of its information management and technology services. We support a large and comprehensive Information and Technology environment, which ranges across Western Australia. 

This is an exciting time to be part of our team. We are focused on continuous improvement to support the Communities strategic objectives, public sector reform and policy. We are positioning ourselves to embrace the future with new technologies, improved services, and empowering our workforce with future-ready solutions. If you’re curious or passionate about driving change and making an impact, we’d love to have you on board.

Information about the Talent Register

• This Talent Register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for short, fixed term contract opportunities (up to 12 months)at the Department of Communities in a range of positions from Level 2 to Level 8 across the Information Services Directorate.
• Opportunities are temporary and may be offered on a full time or part time basis.  
• The register is actively monitored, and applicants may be contacted if an opportunity arises suiting their skills and experience.
• Once you apply, your CV will stay on the register for 12 months, after which time, you will need to re-apply.
• Please be aware that there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register.

The attached capability profiles provide more information about the core skills that are required for each level.

For further information we encourage you to contact the Business Support Team via email on ISDBusinessSupportTeam@communities.wa.gov.au.

This Talent Register will be used to fill any number of short-term vacancies (up to 12 months) across the Information Services Directorate. 

Location and Benefits

These positions are based at our Walyalup Campus (Fremantle) located within Walyalup Koort. It’s a fantastic location, close to the Fremantle Markets, various cafes and eateries (click here to find out more), car parks and the Fremantle train station.

The Department offers great benefits including:

• Competitive salary plus super
• Access to flexible working arrangements
• 4 weeks annual leave
• 3 days additional public sector holidays
• 15 days personal leave per annum
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution
• Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services
• Achieve your fitness goals with eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program.
• Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees

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How to apply

To express your interest for a short-term job opportunity through the register, 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 and comprehensive resume/CV.
2. A two-page summary addressing the core capabilities for the highest level you are applying for.
3. Please include the names of two [2] referees who can comment on your relevant experience.

You will be asked to select the level/s you are applying for as part of the online application.

Eligibility Requirements

You must be an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or hold an appropriate Australian work visa to apply for a role through the register. 

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au. Please provide Job Tittle & Position Number in the subject line as reference.

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

Integrity and Honesty

The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity

Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace.

Please contact Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au. Please provide Job Title & Position Number in the subject line as reference.

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.