Job opportunity

We understand that to make change you must think differently and work differently…

The Public Sector Commission is on a mission to create an innovative and future fit public sector for all Western Australians.

This position is part of the Workforce Policy and Diversity Division who are passionate about building the human resources capability of staff across the sector.

The division is rolling out new and exciting initiatives that will enable more efficient and effective ways of recruiting and managing the workforce.

We now need a motivated individual with a genuine interest in workforce policy, who takes pride in providing agencies with the guidance and support they need to navigate complex policy settings and initiatives.

You will join a small, innovative team who have a future-focused mindset that keep up with the latest trends and thinking in workforce policy and initiatives. You will work with all areas of the Commission and with agencies across the sector to support sound workforce practices and to build capability of human resource practitioners.

We need critical thinkers who are open to diverse ideas and views. We value problem-solvers and those who understand how to cultivate strong working relationships. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong aptitude for research and knows how to use information and data to develop compelling arguments, make recommendations and support informed decision making.

We value diversity and understand diverse workplaces are more effective and innovative. So no matter your background, including people with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, we encourage you to apply.

You can request flexible work and leave arrangements, and there are additional employment benefits to help you balance work and other commitments.

Applying is easy…

If this is just the role you’ve been waiting for, simply give us:

• a CV of up to 3 pages that sets out your experiences and achievements in the context of this position
• a covering letter of no more than 2 pages on how you meet the work related requirements
• contact details for 2 work referees, one being your current manager.

The closing date for this position is Monday 20 April 2026 at 4 pm.

Select the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top or bottom of this advertisement. Sorry – no emailed or late applications. Any problems submitting your application – get onto the helpdesk on 1300 733 056.

Excitingly, for those we think are suitable (but are not recommended) for this position we can consider you for other similar positions or even pass on your details to other agencies – with your permission of course.

Finding out more…

There’s more information about this important position and how we go about matching the right person to the role in the position description (link below). There is also information about working at the Public Sector Commission.

You are encouraged to talk with your future manager Steven Chew, A/Principal Policy Officer Workforce Practice, on 6552 8785 or steven.chew@psc.wa.gov.au  before applying. Also chat with him about how we can make adjustments to support you to participate fully in this recruitment.