Division: People and CulturePosition No: Pool Ref COM32724Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part TimeClosing Date: 2024-11-04 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)Join Us in Building Leadership Across Our AgencyAt Communities, we believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role. This belief is central to our success, and we are committed to fostering a culture where leadership is defined not by position but by action. To guide this, we have adopted Leadership Expectations that establish a shared understanding of the mindsets and behaviours required for impactful leadership across our agency and the broader public sector.The People & Culture Division is seeking values-driven, innovative leaders who thrive in fast-paced, agile environments for Assistant Director opportunities.We are looking for creative thinkers who can translate strategic vision into practical, everyday actions that empower our people — those who make a difference in the lives of vulnerable Western Australians. As an Assistant Director, you are a Leading Leader who will champion innovative ways of working to achieve positive outcomes and be an integral part of a dynamic and forward-thinking division.Why Join the People & Culture Division? The scope, variety, and complexity of our work is both challenging and rewarding, offering rich opportunities for growth and development. Here, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career while working alongside talented professionals committed to building a culture of leadership excellence.About the role As an Assistant Director, you will play a key role in shaping our workforce capability by leading projects and programs that align with our agency's strategic goals and the broader priorities of the public sector. You will drive initiatives that cultivate leadership capabilities at all levels, empowering others to reach their full potential.The People & Culture Division is made up of the following business teams:Employee Services Centre (Onboarding & Payroll)HR Business PartneringHR Systems and Business ImprovementLearning and DevelopmentProject Governance, Reporting, Insights and AnalyticsStrategic Workforce CapabilityWork Health and SafetyWorkplace RelationsYour experience and skills will be matched to the business areas within the Division where you can make the greatest impact. Your claims will be assessed against our Leading Leaders behaviours and the HR capability individual profile for level 8 roles, as outlined in the attached documents.About you As a successful Assistant Director, you are more than a manager — you are a people leader. You possess the skills, experience, and strategic insight to achieve results through effective culture-building, change management, and project delivery. Your high level of personal integrity and commitment to public sector values guide your decision-making.You embody the Leadership Expectations for the role, which emphasises the importance of leading with vision, empowering others, working in culturally informed ways and driving positive change. These expectations include demonstrating a growth mindset, challenging assumptions, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.Throughout the recruitment process, we will assess your ability to embody these leadership mindsets and behaviours, which are essential for driving a positive impact within our agency. You will be expected to lead with empathy whilst coaching, mentoring and developing others, demonstrating your leadership every day to inspire and elevate those around you.For further information about this recruitment campaign, we encourage you to contact Jo Wellings, A/Director, Human Resources on 0427 915 112 during business hours.The Opportunity The People & Culture Division is looking to establish a pool of candidates for Level 8, Assistant Director opportunities that may arise within the next 12 months.Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) across the Department of Communities.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 two (2) page summary addressing how your skills, capabilities, leadership behaviours and experience will support the People & Culture Division in the context of the attached PSC HR Capability Framework, specifically addressing the following capabilities:- Strategic Alignment- Professional Expertise (Leadership)- Workforce CapacityA 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 ensure that your claims and examples align with the three requested capabilities outlined above, from within the HR Capability Framework, relating them to the business directorate that best matches your career experience and accomplishments.Applicants who are shortlisted will be assessed on all capabilities within the individual HR capability framework profile during the selection process.For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Brielle Karklin, HR Recruitment Coordinator on 0432 836 7780 or email ****** 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.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 Brielle Karklin, HR Recruitment Coordinator on 0432 836 780 or email ******. If you are an Aboriginal person 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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