This process is for two (2) permanent, full time positions available for immediate filling.
Are you someone who takes pride in your work and enjoys being part of a fast‑paced, supportive team? Are you an organised, proactive self‑starter who enjoys keeping things on track while connecting information from different sources to support the team’s goals?
If you bring a sharp eye for detail, strong writing skills, and enjoy quality-assuring documents and correspondence, this could be the perfect role for you. We’re excited to hear from people like you.
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
The Executive Support Officer supports the Deputy Director General Corporate Services and the Executive Office in a fast‑paced environment, providing essential administrative and coordination support to ensure efficient operations amid changing priorities.
You’ll work closely with senior leaders and a broad range of internal stakeholders, helping the Corporate Services Directorate deliver consistent, high‑quality services. The role also involves managing the Department’s external feedback and complaints system, which includes responding to sensitive enquiries with professionalism and care.
This position is ideal for someone who is organised, adaptable, and comfortable working at an executive level where no two days are the same.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.
Benefits and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements, including working from home once established in the role.
- Four weeks annual leave with loading and additional Public Service holidays.
- 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:
- A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages telling us how your skills and experiences, in line with all the Role Specific Criteria listed on the JDF, will contribute to the functions of the Corporate Services Executive Office. Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
Note: Applicants who do not adhere to the above requirements will not be considered for interview.
All the remaining Job Related Requirements listed on the JDF 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 Judith Newson, Executive Officer on (08) 9264 9774 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 ‘For Further Job Related 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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