The State Records Office WA works through partnerships to provide a secure and discoverable record of government that is valued by our community and is used to create a legacy for future generations of Western Australians.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and youth.
Please visit https://www.sro.wa.gov.au/state-records-office-western-australia to find out more about what we do and our way of working.
The Role
This is an important role in re-shaping our services to the community and government. The State Records Office of Western Australia regulates the management of government information and ensures permanent access to the essential evidence of the business of government in Western Australia.
Conditions
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), fixed-term vacancy, for a period of 12 months with a possibility of extension and/or permanency.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants for this position may be considered for ‘similar’ vacancies within the Department and/or the wider public sector which arise within a reasonable period of time. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Future vacancies may be considered for permanent and fixed term, part- time and full- time positions.
Location
This position is based in the Perth Cultural Centre at the State Library / State Archives building.
Job Description
This position provides a range of operational support for the management of State archives, including delivery of retrieval and digitisation services. The role is critical in ensuring the State Records Office team serves its clients efficiently.
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 State Archivist and Executive Director, Damian Shepherd on 0466 509 826.
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 please contact State Archivist and Executive Director, Damian Shepherd on 0466 509 826.
How to apply for this position
Applicants are required to apply on-line and must provide;
- a comprehensive CV with the contact details of two work related referees .
- a two A4 page (maximum) document that outlines your skills and knowledge in relation to all the Work Related Requirements listed on the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact the helpline on 1300 733 056 (Option 3) during business hours for further assistance.
Please note that all of the Essential Work Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
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.
Depending on the role there may be additional checks, which include:
- Confirmation of educational qualifications and professional memberships applicable to the position with the issuing organisation
- Working with Children Check for positions that involve child-related work.
NO FAXED, LATE OR PROFORMA APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.