Position number: 021143
Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Perth CBD
This is a fixed term opportunity for a period of 6 months available for immediate filling.
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
The People Culture and Standards Division works in partnership with all Divisions within the Department and beyond to instill a values-based culture. It is the custodian of the Department of Justice's integrity framework which provides an integrated governance approach to protect the Department's integrity, expose and prevent misconduct, corruption, fraud and theft.
The Investigative Assistant provides a range of administrative, secretarial and research-based support to the Investigation and Assessment teams within Professional Standards. The position is responsible for the provision of administrative support in response to investigative demands, the recording and tracking of information and producing and analysing documents. In addition, the position ensures that the Investigations team has the necessary resources and support to effectively manage daily operations to provide a consistent service.
It is a requirement that the position holder is successful in obtaining a negative vetting level one security clearance as a condition of employment and maintaining the clearance for the duration of their appointment in the position. Only Australian citizens are eligible to hold the negative vetting level one security clearance.
All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.
Benefits and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
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:
- A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae of up to four (4) pages, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- Contact details of two work-related referees (including one current supervisor).
All Job-Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
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 No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to 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 or call for a confidential discussion.
For further job-related information
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Michael Oliver, Principal Investigator, on for a confidential discussion.
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 at or call for assistance.
