Level 3, $86,439 - $92,795 pa, PS CSA Agreement 2024
Position Number: Pool Ref MAV0015
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 2026-05-15 4:00 PM
Attachments: - JDF - Appointment Secretary - Level 3.pdf
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This recruitment process is intended to establish a pool of suitable applicants who are able to fulfil the role of Appointments Secretary in ministerial offices.
Suitable applicants from this process will be placed in the pool from which temporary and/or permanent appointments may be made. This pool will operate for a period of 24 months from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
About the Role
The Appointments Secretary is responsible for the Minister’s appointments diary and organising the scheduling of the Minister’s engagements. This includes organising itineraries, travel arrangements, venues, and accommodation for the Minister.
In this role, you will be required to liaise with staff from other ministerial offices, senior departmental officers and business and community organisations in relation to meetings and invitations.
The role will also require you to provide high level executive support to the Minister and other senior staff by assisting in the preparation of editing and reviewing memos, letters, ministerial documents, submissions, briefing notes, speeches, minutes and reports, as required.
For Further Job Related Information:
For further information regarding this job, please contact Ms Bobbi Ralls, Senior Ministerial Services Officer, Ministerial Support Unit, on (08) 6552 5243 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- A current and detailed resume/Curriculum Vitae; and
- A written application in no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements and capabilities:
- Demonstrated high level ability to prepare and maintain diaries, itineraries, schedules and record management systems using electronic diary and email systems.
- High level interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise with officers at all levels and act on own initiative without supervision.
- Good planning and organisational skills as well as experience dealing with issues of sensitivity and confidentiality
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and capabilities (found in the attached JDF) assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
Suitable applicants will be required to participate in our Fit2Work process on commencement to provide:
- Proof of identity 100-point check.
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australia Police Force.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance.
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00pm AWST, Friday, 15 May 2026.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and pro forma applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.
