Description:
This is a permanent, full time vacancy.
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
Looking for a challenging role in enforcement services?
Do you have experience working with people in stressful or confrontational situations?
The Sheriff’s Office has a specialised team that serves documents and conducts the enforcement of civil court orders issued out of the Magistrates, District, Supreme and Family Courts. The team serves documents, summonses, overseas documents and performs enforcement activities such as Property (Seizure and Sale) Orders, Property (Seizure and Delivery) Orders and Warrants for Arrest. The Team Leader position provides technical expertise and advice on civil enforcement law and service. They also coordinate the human resources and field activities of the team, ensuring that adequate risk management mechanisms are in place and continually seeking to improve enforcement services. Some field duties may also be required. This is a unique opportunity to join a committed frontline team and make a positive contribution to the West Australian justice system.
Eligibility
This position holder will be appointed as a Deputy Sheriff for the purpose of serving documents and executing orders on behalf of the Sheriff of Western Australia. It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining and maintaining a Baseline Level National Security Clearance and successfully completing a National Criminal History Check. The position holder will also be required to undergo and maintain a Western Australia Police Integrity Check.
Any applicants who are currently not an Australian Citizen must be aware that this is an essential requirement to fulfil this position. Whilst there is nothing to preclude applicants from applying for the position if they have not yet been granted Australian Citizenship, applicants who are successful should be aware that they cannot be appointed unless they have been granted Australian Citizenship prior to the completion of the selection process.
Other special requirements that apply to the position include maintaining a C Class Drivers Licence and intrastate travel may be required.
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:
- Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- A statement no more than three (3) pages addressing the following Job-Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria. Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Builds Productive Relationships
- Shapes and Manages Strategy
- Practical experience in the interpretation and application of legislation, policy, and procedures
All remaining Job-Related Requirements and Role Specific 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 1*** to for a confidential discussion.
For further job-related information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Kirsty Chevalier on (08) 9425 25***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 ************@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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