Description:
The Office of the Ombudsman WA acknowledges the Aboriginal peoples of Western Australia as the traditional custodians of the lands and waterways throughout Western Australia, and we pay our respects to their Elders past and present.The Ombudsman’s office is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position under Section 51 of the EOA 1984 as a measure to achieve equality and increase workforce representation of Aboriginal people.
We are currently seeking to fill the position of an Administrative Assistant. This opportunity will be a permanent appointment.
About the Western Australian Ombudsman
The office of the Ombudsman has six principal functions. The office:
- Receives, investigates and resolves complaints about State Government agencies and local governments;
- Reviews child deaths and family and domestic violence fatalities;
- Undertakes own motion investigations;
- Undertakes a range of additional functions, including statutory inspection and monitoring functions;
- Undertakes the Reportable Conduct Scheme; and
- Is the Western Australian Charitable Trusts Commission.
Staff of the Ombudsman’s Office
The staff of the Ombudsman’s office are its key resource. The office supports professional development through education and training and flexible work arrangements may be negotiated.
Equity and Diversity
The Ombudsman’s office provides services to a diverse range of people within the Western Australian community and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce. We encourage people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and women and young people to apply. The office of the Ombudsman may prioritise recruitment decisions based on the Equal Opportunity Act Western Australia 1984 (EOA 1984).
The position is covered by the Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024 and is located in the CBD, Perth Western Australia.
This Position
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for contributing to the efficient operations of the Complaint Resolution Branch by providing a comprehensive executive and administrative support service.
All key duties and selection criteria are provided in the attached Job Description Form.
Would you like to know more?
About the position: Brianna Lonnie, Senior Ombudsman, Complaint Resolution on (08) 9220 7514
Submitting your application: Linda Keys, A/Senior Human Resources Consultant on (08) 9220 7509
How to Apply
Prospective applicants must obtain a Job Application Package and Job Description Form which provides details about the duties of the position and the selection criteria. These are attached above.
Click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top or bottom of this advertisement to lodge your application. You are required to attach the following:
- A covering letter (no more than a single page) outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the position; and
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae that details your duties and achievements from current and previous roles and shows that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to do the job. This should include names and contact details of two referees.
If you experience any difficulties submitting your application online, or downloading the attached documents, please contact Linda Keys, A/g Senior Human Resources Consultant on (08) 9220 7509.
Security Clearance
A current, satisfactory National Police Certificate will be required prior to commencing employment.
Other Information
To achieve a broad field of applicants, we may conduct an executive search and may use this process to continue to recruit applicants after the closing date.
This recruitment process may be used to fill similar temporary or permanent positions over the next 12 months.
Closing Date: Applications must be received by Monday 12 May 2025, 1:00pm (WST).
Government of Western Australia
30 Apr 2025;
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