*** THE ADVERTISING PERIOD FOR THIS POSITION HAS BEEN EXTENDED TIL FRIDAY, 27/09/24 ***
About Us
The State Library of Western Australia plays a key role in empowering Western Australian individuals and communities, transforming their lives by connecting them to information and ideas. The State Library collects materials of international significance to capture, preserve and tell the stories of WA’s rich history. It also delivers a wide range of services, programs and events to inspire creativity, curiosity and support lifelong learning.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and solution orientated Senior Human Resources professional to join our team. The successful applicant will ideally possess excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills. You should also be able to partner with the business to provide customer focused consultancy and advisory services to managers and employees. Your experience implementing and monitoring strategic projects and initiatives to achieve outcomes would be highly desirable.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity and diversity. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Visit our website www.slwa.wa.gov.au for more information on the State Library and what we do.
Reasonable Adjustment
We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment processes to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job if you are successful in gaining employment.
You can let us know about any reasonable adjustment you may need.
Vacancy
This is a fixed term, full time appointment until 30 June 2025 with the possibility of extension. Part time and job sharing arrangements are available.
There will also be a recruitment Pool running for a period of 12 months from initial appointment. Suitable applicants will be placed into the Pool which may be used to fill similar full-time or part-time, fixed-term positions.
The Role
The position of Senior Human Resource Consultant will assist with the development, co-ordination and implementation of various human resource management initiatives. The role will be providing consultancy and advisory services to managers and executive in relation to a wide range of human resource matters. It also contributes to the achievement of human resource strategic and business objectives, whilst undertaking projects and conducting research into contemporary human resource management practices and trends. Previous experience in Human Resources/Industrial Relations background would be highly desirable.
For further details on the position and the Essential Work-Related Requirements you are encouraged to read the attached Job Description Form (JDF). You can also contact Carolyn Thorson, Manager People and Culture on (08) 9427 3335.
How to Apply
Select the 'Apply for Job’ button at the top / bottom of the screen. Your application should include:
- a comprehensive CV with the contact details of two work related referees.
- a covering letter of up to 2 pages that demonstrates that you have the skill set and experience that we are looking for (as stated under The Role). Please tell us about some situations you have experienced that demonstrate these key criteria and the values we are seeking.
Please note the closing date and time and allow yourself enough time to apply online as lodgement is system generated. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical difficulties while applying online, phone the helpline on 1300 733 056 (option 3) during business hours.
For tips on how to prepare your application visit: https://www.slwa.wa.gov.au/about-us/corporate/employment
Pre-Employment Integrity Checks
So the community can be confident in our staff and the services we provide to the community we carry out pre-employment integrity checks. As part of this process suitable candidates will be asked to provide:
- ID documents that prove their identity and any name changes.
- Documents that prove they are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency (or hold a valid working visa covering the term of the fixed term contract).
- A National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months).
- Two referees (a line manager is preferred) that can verify their employment history, including their role and responsibilities, conduct, performance and reasons for leaving.
