PERSOLKELLY is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options, we specialise in the recruitment of Professional, ICT, Government, STEM, Management and Executive talent.
PERSOLKELLY has recently been appointed as the sole recruitment partner for the Western Australian Electoral Commission and will be working to provide a 10,000 strong workforce, to deliver the next state election in 2025.
We are currently looking for the below roles to assist with the Elections next year:
Available Positions Presiding Officer
Presiding Officers are appointed by the Returning Officer (RO) to manage personnel, election resources, and the polling place. This includes ensuring that electoral procedures are followed and supervising staff at the polling location.
After 6 PM, the title of the Presiding Officer changes to Assistant Returning Officer.
Dates: 8th March 2025 and In-person training (Date to be confirmed) (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only)
Level: 5 Assistant Presiding Officer
Assistant Presiding Officers are appointed to assist the Presiding Officer as needed. They help manage personnel, election resources, and the polling place, including taking on the role of Substitute Presiding Officer when required.
After 6 PM, they assist the Assistant Returning Officer in overseeing the counting and reconciliation process.
Dates: 8th March 2025 and In-person training (Date to be confirmed) (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only)
Level: 3 Declaration Officer
The Declaration Officer issues declaration votes on polling day to electors who are not on that district's electoral roll. They will complete the reconciliation of declaration envelopes in accordance with the relevant manuals and training received.
Dates: 8th March 2025 and In-person training (Date to be confirmed) (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only)
Level: 1.3 Early Presiding Officer
Early Presiding Officers manage personnel, election resources, and the polling place, ensuring that electoral procedures are followed.
Dates: 24th February until 7th March 2025 (approx. 11 days work - weekend & weekday work)
Level: 5 Early Assistant Presiding Officer
They assist the Early Presiding Officer as needed and help manage personnel and election resources.
Dates: 24th February until 7th March 2025 (approx. 11 days work - weekend & weekday work)
Level: 3 Early Issuing / Counting Officer
This role involves issuing ballot papers and assisting with the packing up of election resources.
Dates: 24th February until 8th March 2025 (approx. 11 days work - weekend & weekday work)
Times: 7.30 am - 6.00 pm (24th February - 7th March) and 5.00 pm - 12.00 am (8th March 2025)
Level: 1.3 Assistant Returning Officer
They count votes and tally results at designated counting locations.
Times: 5.00 pm - 12.00 am
Level: 5 Mobile Presiding Officer
This role involves managing mobile polling at various facilities.
Dates: Between 23rd February and 8th March 2025 (3 days work - weekends/weekday)
Level: 5 Mobile Issuing Officer
They issue ballot papers and assist the Mobile Presiding Officer.
Dates: 23rd February till 8th March 2025 (3 days work - weekends/weekday)
Level: 1.3 Remote Presiding Officer
They manage mobile polling at remote locations, including Aboriginal communities.
Dates: 22nd February until 8th March 2025 (approx. 10 days work - weekends/ weekdays)
Level: 5 Remote Issuing Officer
They issue ballot papers and assist the Remote Presiding Officer.
Dates: 22nd February till 8th March 2025 (approx. 10 days work - weekend/ weekdays)
Level: 1.3 Returning Officer Assistant
This role involves assisting the RO with higher-level duties.
Dates: March 2025 (approx. 4 days work - may require weekend and weekday work)
Level: 1.3 Returning Officer General Assistant
They assist with the receipt, sorting, and distribution of materials to Presiding Officers.
Dates: Between 22nd February and 11th March 2025 (approx. 4 days work - weekends and weekday)
Level: 1.1 **PLEASE NOTE - for specific information about pay, please visit our website and refer to the appropriate level of the role you are applying for.** If you're excited about playing a vital role in the electoral process, apply now!
We look forward to welcoming you to join us in making a difference in our community!
Please note that you will be contacted directly by the WA Electoral Commission (WAEC) in the first instance if you are shortlisted for this role. PERSOLKELLY will complete your onboarding if your application is ultimately successful. Please do not apply for this role if you do not agree to be contacted by the WAEC. Who are we At PERSOLKELLY, our passion is - and always has been - putting you first.
We propel our people forward by supporting their careers in fresh ways, backed by our expertise and capability. We're committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experience and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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