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.
About the Working With Children Screening Unit
The Working with Children (WWC) Check is a compulsory screening strategy in Western Australia and the Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) Islands for people who engage in certain paid or unpaid work with children, described as “child-related work” under the Working with Children (Screening) Act 2004.
The Working with Children Screening Unit (WWCSU) aims to safeguard children through the ongoing collection and assessment of information that is relevant to whether a child may be exposed to a risk of harm if an individual is engaged in child-related work.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Business Support Officer within the Working with Children Screening Unit (WWCSU) you will provide administrative business support and advice including supporting the Business Manager in human, physical and financial resource management of the WWCSU.
You will have the opportunity to develop and maintain internal business information and documentation with a focus on continuous improvement. You may also be involved with discrete projects which help support and improve business operations.
Your day to day may involve:
- Assisting in the coordination and monitoring of HR services within the WWCSU and providing management reports when required,
- KPI tracking, monthly reconciliation processes and tracking of accounts and invoices including refund processing,
- Providing information, guidance and training on functional admin matters relating to finance and HR to ensure compliance,
- Assisting with onboarding including arranging access to systems, applications and assets for new and returning staff,
- Running reports in relation to HR and finance, as well as assisting in data collection activities to inform the reporting requirements of the Unit.
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 Sandra Bennett, Business Manager - Working With Children Screening Unit, on 0475 169 632 or Sandra.Bennett@communities.wa.gov.au.
There is currently 1 permanent position available for immediate filling.
The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of offers of permanent or contract employment in this or similar roles.
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:
- A current resume/CV.
- A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
- 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.
Attachments:-
Application Form
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Information for Applicants
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JDF - Senior Business Support Officer (WWC Screening) - 009552 - L4.docx
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