There are two (2) permanent or fixed-term contracts available for immediate filling.
About Justice
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
About the role
Are you quick on the keyboard, with a keen eye for detail? Have experience working within a team, where there are periods of solo work? Have you juggled multiple data bases and conflicting priorities?
The Employment Screening Unit handles a high volume of work, performing a range of checks, to include criminal history checks, integrity declarations and online information management systems.
Familiarity with a range of online systems, strong team skills, a strong customer service attitude and a liking for working in an environment where the work being undertaken forms part of a process that is repeated for each employment screening application processed will make you a strong candidate for these roles
Assistant Employment Screening Officers (L2) have a range of responsibilities in processing employment screens being undertaken. Records Management is a crucial component of the role. The position involves operating a number of online systems that support the obtaining of information required for employment screening. The role requires the position holder to communicate with applicants and service providers by telephone and in written communications.
Employment Screening Officers (L3) are also involved in processing employment screens being undertaken. The position holder assesses information received from applicants and various other sources, determining whether the applicant meets the required integrity standards for employment or engagement or whether the application needs to be referred to a senior officer for further review. The role requires the position holder to make informed decisions
Eligibility
It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining a Negative Vetting Level One security clearance as a condition of employment and maintain the clearance for the duration of their employment in the position. Only Australian Citizens are eligible to hold the Negative Vetting Level One security clearance.
Benefits and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
- Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
Application process
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- Contact details of two (2) work related referees.
- Please indicate which role(s) you are applying for: Level 2, Level 3, or both.
- A one (1) page statement addressing your suitability for the role in the context of the three (3) Role Specific Criteria contained in the JDF.
All remaining Job Related requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.
For further job-related information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Kyle Peter, Manager Integrity Programs on (08) 9264 1154 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and diversity
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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