Senior Legislation Officer

Government - State (Government & Defence)
We currently have a Level 6 Senior Legislation Officer position available until the 16 June 2025 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
About the Role This position is part of the Policy and Legislation team where the successful applicant will research complex legal issues, prepare detailed submissions, reports, and recommendations on changes to current legislation, provide instruction during the drafting of changes to legislation, and outline the impact on Department procedures.
Applicants eligible to hold a legal practice certificate are encouraged to apply for the position.
DFES will cover the cost of the application or renewal of your legal practicing certificate.
Eligibility To Apply
You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency to be considered for permanent appointments or hold a working visa covering the term of the contract (proof must be provided with your application) to be eligible for this position.
Closing Date: 4:00pm AWST 22 November 2024. As Western Australia's leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role in coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property.
DFES employs over 1,800 operational personnel and corporate staff. DFES also has an extensive network of more than 26,000 volunteers who generously donate their time to deliver essential emergency services to the WA community.
DFES operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year and collaborates with local communities and other government agencies to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural hazards including:
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