Principal Corruption Prevention and Education Officer
Division: Professional Standards, Regulation & Legal
Position No: 016759
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date: 2025-01-24 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.
The Opportunity The Principal Corruption Prevention and Education Officer works collaboratively across Communities to drive the delivery of the agency's Integrity Strategy. This position has a focus on the implementation and continuous improvement of the department's integrity check policies. As Principal Corruption Prevention and Education Officer you will be responsible for:
Researching, designing and delivering corruption and misconduct prevention strategies. Reviewing and creating policy and procedures related to integrity and accountability. Managing the design and delivery of an education and awareness program to promote integrity at all levels within Communities. The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Teena Shervington, Director Corruption Prevention and Education on 0460 031 333. There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.
The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.
Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job ' button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
A current resume/CV. A three (3) page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria). A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). An application form (for hard copy applications only). Please note, it is anticipated that interviews will be held in the week commencing 10 February 2025. Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.
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Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.
Equity and Diversity The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Emily Parker.
Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
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