Job opportunity

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 Opportunity
The Department is currently hiring for a Senior Release of Information Officer (L4) and  Release of Information Officer (L3) pool. Both of these roles are responsible for assisting in the implementation and administration of release of information in accordance with relevant legislation, including the State Records Act 2000, Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation, National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse Act 2018 and the Children and Community Services Act 2004

As a Level 3 Release of Information Officer you will also undertake a range of information management activities to service clients’ needs and meet Departmental objectives, ensuring compliance with internal and external guidelines.

As a Level 4 Senior Release of Information Officer you will work on a range of information management activities to service client’s needs and meet Departmental objectives, ensuring compliance with internal and external guidelines. You will be comfortable providing advice and liasing with Senior Officers within the Department and other Government Agencies on the release of documents. You will also ensure quality service is provided to all internal and external customers. In the role you will utilise your analytical, research and problem-solving skills as you undertake preliminary planning while locating, researching and evaluating requested documents for release of information. You may also be responsible for the coordination of summons and subpoenas and other orders, including vetting and preparing files for forwarding to the Courts.

Both roles may involve reviewing records that are extremely sensitive and confronting in nature.

Benefits

Working at the Department of Communities we offer a safe and healthy working environment, a range of benefits, including attractive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and learning and development opportunities in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment. To view the range of benefits that may be available click here.

More Information

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact  Louise Simpson, Manager Information Release, (08) 6277 5302 or via email on Louise.Simpson@communities.wa.gov.au.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 24 months across the Department of Communities. 

Join the Department of Communities
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 resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. If applying for both the Level 4, Senior Release of Information Officer and the Level 3, Release of Information Officer please address the Level 4 criteria only.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Courtnie Hayes, A/HR Consultant via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au or 0466 517 569 during business hours only.

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 adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Courtnie Hayes, A/HR Consultant via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au or 0466 517 569 during business hours only.

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.