Salary: Level 4, $87,712 - $92,057 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022
Closing Date: 2024-12-23 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
The 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 opportunity
There is currently one (1) permanent full-time position for immediate filling.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to WA's Biosecurity Incident and Emergency Management responses. As a support officer, you will contribute to protecting Australia's environment and future sustainability by providing technical and analytical support to the biosecurity information systems manager. You will provide advice and support to end users of IEMB information management systems across all levels of the Department and training in IEMB information management systems.
Key responsibilities of the role:
Assists in the development and implementation of a range of projects in support of the Biosecurity and Incident and Emergency Management objectives. Liaises with and provides advice to internal and external stakeholders to support the delivery of project outcomes. Prepares and coordinates reports, submissions, briefings, correspondence, and advice. Undertakes and/or coordinates research, collation, analysis, and evaluation of issues, policies, practices, and/or procedures to identify relevant factors and provide recommendations for further consideration or action. Monitors progress of projects, prepares progress reports, and assists to address issues that will affect performance indicators and/or milestones. Assists in the evaluation and review of project outcomes. Researches and identifies effective risk management strategies for Incident and Emergency Management to ensure outcomes are achieved. Participates in incident and emergency management activities commensurate with capability, capacity, training, and level of experience. We are looking for individuals with:
Tertiary qualification in computer science or a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience. Experience in independently managing moderately complex information technology projects and providing assistance to projects of significant complexity. Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click 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 the following Work-Related Requirements:Role Specific: 1 Core Capabilities: 2, 5, 6 Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Rob Baxter, Research Scientist , on 0419 096 379 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in the first instance. For further information about the recruitment process, please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Employment Conditions and Additional Information
DPIRD 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 the applicant's expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
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 . (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00 PM will not be accepted)
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