Executive Manager

This is a permanent, full-time vacancy. Do you enjoy communicating and working with people from varied backgrounds on a daily basis? Do you enjoy solving problems and making a difference to outcomes for people in Western Australia? If your answer is yes to the above, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the Western Australian Public Sector. 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. The People Culture and Standards Division works in partnership with all Divisions within the Department. This Division provides a central and safe environment to report unethical behaviour across the Department and responds to a range of integrity, behavioural, performance, competency and conduct issues. About the role The Executive Manager is responsible for providing executive support to the Deputy Director General People Culture and Standards (DDG PCS) to oversee the efficient and effective operations of the PCS Division. The position is responsible for coordinating and managing workflow, correspondence, ministerial, projects within PCS, analysing and providing high level briefings and advice, developing and overseeing planning and reporting, and driving the delivery of PCS outcomes. The Executive Manager acts as a conduit between the Divisional Head and the Directorate Heads, promoting teamwork and good governance focused environment. You will have demonstrated experience in: providing highly effective executive support, managing and influencing a large multidisciplinary organisation with a focus on good governance and best practice. Demonstrated excellent writing and editing skills, specifically in respect to high level policy and procedure documents, correspondence and reports. Demonstrated ability in analysing, interpreting and presenting data, information. Providing advice that contributes to delivering the strategic outcomes of an organisation. 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 There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with the Department of Justice: A competitive, award-based salary with annual increments within award bands, and 17.5% annual leave loading Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times. 11.5% superannuation, increasing to 12% by 1 July 2025 Access to salary packaging arrangements Three additional days of leave per year (public service holidays) Study Leave/ Assistance Long service leave accrues every 7 years Options to Purchase Additional Leave 14 weeks paid parental leave, with additional flexibility for new parents returning to work Leadership and professional development programs Employee Assistance and wellness programs Location This role is based at 140 William Street, Perth CBD - linking directly to the Perth Underground railway station. With pedestrian laneways from Forrest Place and Murray Street Mall, connecting Northbridge and the William Street collective, it is the perfect place to combine work, rest and play with easy access to retail, dining and entertainment. Application process How to apply Please ensure you review the attached 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 current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two (2) referees. A statement no more than three (3) pages that highlights your suitability for the position, addressing the four (4) Role Specific Requirements contained in the Job Description Form. All remaining Essential Selection Criteria 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. 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. Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17to for a confidential discussion. For further job-related information If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Alexandra Filipe on (08) 9264 97for 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 bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance. 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Location: Perth CBD, AU

Posted Date: 2/1/2025