This is a five (5) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP.
Swimming and Water Safety is responsible for the management, development, implementation and delivery of the Interm Swimming and VacSwim programs that promote vital swimming and water safety education for children aged 5 – 17.
The Role
We are looking for an individual who has creativity, is solution-focussed, with a ‘can do’ approach and thrives from being part of a collaborative team.
The Senior Project Officer will draw upon considerable knowledge and experience to shape strategies, develop and implement business improvement projects and initiatives across multiple areas including workforce development.
The successful applicant will manage and support team members, coordinate work allocation and the ability to multi-task.
We are looking for someone who will model our work behaviours of being purposeful, high performing and leading ethically. We want someone who values the work we do as well as everyone in the team.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Fiona Njirich, Principal Consultant, on (08) 9402 6387 or emailing Fiona.Njirich@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- Consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated highly developed project management skills, including project planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation.
- Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide strategies to address issues.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE922239
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 11 October 2024.
