Executive Director Local Government

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia VenuesWest Full time
Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries
Class 1, $187,183 pa (pro rata), Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022

Position No:15997

Work Type:
Fixed Term - Full Time

Location:
Perth

Closing Date:
:00 PM


The Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) acknowledges the Aboriginal peoples of Western Australia as the traditional custodians of this land, and we pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

About the department We're a very diverse agency that contributes to a better Western Australian community through, among other things, providing opportunities for everyone to engage in a range of sporting, recreational, cultural, and artistic programs and activities.

Staff in our department work across the areas of local government, sport and recreation, culture and the arts, racing, gaming and liquor, multicultural interests, specialist Aboriginal projects and engagement, regulatory reform, infrastructure and state records.

Our work touches on amazing projects like development of the new Aboriginal Cultural Centre, delivery of major international sporting events and helping people stay safe while enjoying a night out in our Protected Entertainment Precincts.

Why work with us?At DLGSC we are all about ensuring our workforce is made up of 'Good Humans'

Finding them, retaining them, and helping them to be the best they can be for themselves, for us, for the people we supply services to, and for our vision of a vibrant, inclusive and resilient Western Australian community.

Our diverse organisation is supported by exceptional, everyday people from all walks of life and many different backgrounds who are supported to genuinely contribute to inclusivity in the workplace.

If you want to work in an inspirational organisation where you have a voice and can contribute to the things that matter to you, then join our awesome team
We are proudly an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity.

We support diversity and inclusion in the public sector because it makes us stronger as an organisation, and better able to meet our community's needs.

W e strongly encourage people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and youth to apply.

For further information on DLGSC, visit our website.
About the role Are you a visionary leader with a passion for shaping policy outcomes for the betterment of communities?
Do you possess strong leadership skills and a strategic mindset?

If so, we are seeking an Executive Director, Local Government to lead and manage the delivery of impactful policies within the local government sector.


The key responsibilities include:


Leads the DLGSC Local Government Team in the effective regulation and support of 139 Loca L Governments throughout Western Australia.

Oversees the delivery of legislative reform across a number of areas of legislation including the Local Government Act 1995.
Leads the statewide delivery of a number of high-profile projects and related government priorities.

Provides strategic support and advice to the Deputy Director General, Director General and Minister/s on Local Government regulatory and compliance issues, policies and programs and project delivery.

Fosters partnerships and collaborations within the Local Government sector including peak bodies and associations.
Provides strategic advice and contributes to across agency and interjurisdictional initiatives for the local government sector.
We have one 10-month, fixed term fulltime (75hrs p/f) position available.
Whilst this opportunity is fixed term, the suitable candidate(s) have the possibility of subsequent contracts and permanency.

This is a unique opportunity to drive positive change within the local government sector and contribute to shaping policy agendas at the State and National levels.

If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for policy excellence, we want to hear from you
For further job-related information, please contact Erin Gauntletton only contact for information about the role).
What's in it for you?There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with DLGSC:
a competitive, award-based salary with annual increments within award bands
flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times.
Superannuation 11%, increasing to 12% by 1 July 2025
access to salary packaging arrangements
3 additional days of leave per year (public service holidays)
study leave / assistance
options to purchase additional leave
14 weeks paid parental leave, with additional flexibility for new parents returning to work
leadership and professional development programs
employee assistance and wellness programs.
Location
This role is based at 140 William Street Perth.

This central Perth location is a major hub in the CBD - linking directly to the Perth Underground railway station, with pedestrian laneways from Forrest Place and Murray Street Mall, connecting Northbridge and the William Street collective.

The perfect place to combine work, rest and play with easy access to retail, dining and entertainment.
How to apply for this position
Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:
A three A4page (maximum) outline on your skills and knowledge in relation to the Essential Work-Related Requirementsthat are listed on the attached Job Description Form
Contact details of two referees, with a preference of one from a current / most recent line manager
For further details on how to apply please read 'Information for Applicants'.
Please note that all of the Work-Related Requirementsmay be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Jobbutton.

Pre-employment conditions To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the Western Australia Public Sector, you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete the below prior to commencement:
A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment.
Pre employment Conflict of Interest form.
Please see attached Conflict of Interest guide for further information.
Further information 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 HR Recruitment and Establishment on
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WAon
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
SMS relay

To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time as late applications will not be accepted.

While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for 'similar' vacancies within DLGSC and/or the wider public sector which arise within 12 months of the recruitment process being endorsed.

In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.

Future vacancies may be considered to fill fixed term, permanent, part-time or full-time roles.

An executive search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment to this role to ensure a competitive field and this may extend past the closing date.


Closing date:
Monday, 10 June 2024 at 4.00 pm (AWST)#J-18808-Ljbffr

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