Compliance Policy Officer and Senior Compliance Policy OfficerSalary: Level 4-5, $87,712 - $105,254 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022Closing Date: 2024-12-02 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)Sustainability and BiosecurityBranch: Governance and StandardsFixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part TimeThe Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) leads the sustainable development of Western Australia's regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA's economy, community and environment.About the opportunityDPIRD's Governance and Standards team is seeking to establish a pool of suitable applicants to fill Level 4 Compliance Policy Officer, and Level 5 Senior Compliance Policy Officer positions.There is currently one (1) permanent - full time Level 4 Compliance Policy Officer position available for immediate filling, with other vacancies anticipated to arise in the next 12 months.As a Level 4 Compliance Policy Officer, you will be key in shaping and enhancing our operational policies and procedures that enable the effective delivery of compliance services. You will assist in implementing projects that support the achievement of the team's objectives, assist with the preparation of operational policies, procedures, and instructions for Compliance Officers, and assist with reviewing, monitoring, and implementing legislation.As a Level 5 Senior Compliance Policy Officer, you will research, develop, monitor, and review operational policies, procedures, and instructions for Compliance Officers, and assist with the review and amendment of legislation, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.Preferred Qualifications:Experience in policy development within a complex operational environmentProven ability to interpret and apply legislationThe ability to identify trends and issues and make recommendations for ongoing improvementHighly proficient planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet strict deadlinesHow to ApplyClick the Apply button and attach the following to your application:A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to this opportunity.As there are multiple levels being advertised, please clearly state which level/s you are applying for in your cover letter. You may apply for multiple levels in the same application.Need further information?For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Alex Knights, Manager Compliance Policy Strategy and Reporting on during office hours.Employment Conditions and Additional InformationDPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.Am I eligible to apply?To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant's expense.This pool will be valid for a period of twelve (12) months following finalisation of the process and may be used to fill other same/similar permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies with the possibility of extension or permanency at locations listed in this advert.Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted.