Compliance And Investigations Officer

Join to apply for the Compliance and Investigations Officer role at Department of Education, Western Australia 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Compliance and Investigations Officer role at Department of Education, Western Australia This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possibleThe Teacher Registration Directorate comprises the Registration and Customer Services Branch, the Investigations and Compliance Branch (ICB) and the Policy and Quality Assurance Branch.
The Directorate is responsible for providing secretariat services to the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).The Directorate supports the TRBWA's mission of serving the public interest by ensuring that teachers are registered and teacher education programmes are accredited in accordance with relevant legislation and in the best interests of children.The RoleWe are seeking a motivated and collaborative Compliance and Investigations Officer to manage a caseload of applications for teacher registration which require fit and proper (F&P) assessment, including criminal record checks.
You will work in collaboration with the Principal Consultant, ICB, assisting in the implementation of plans, strategies and policies to ensure that investigations into breaches of the Teacher Registration Act 2012 (Act) are handled in accordance with regulatory and legislative requirements.As the Compliance and Investigations Officer, you will assist the Principal Consultant to monitor and report on compliance with legislation, policy and guidelines, required reporting and other activities related to compliance matters, particularly with respect to interacting with the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission.
This means having the experience and skills in the delivery of regulation and/or compliance activities and the ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy or regulatory frameworks in an education environment is essential.Our ideal candidate will possess well developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders and balance a customer service focused approach.
In addition, you will provide advice and information on a range of issues relating to teacher registration and regulation, particularly F&P assessment which may involve complex criminal history checks and draft correspondence with decisions to key stakeholders, for the Principal Consultant's review.Professional BenefitsWe are conveniently located inEast Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:12% employer contributed superannuation.
Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance.
Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).For more information about this opportunity, please contact David Fagan, A/Manager, Investigations and Compliance on 92239101 or .We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ).Equity and DiversityWe are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you must:be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include:A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: Demonstrated experience and skills in the delivery of regulation and/or compliance activities and the ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy or regulatory frameworks in an education environment.
Demonstrated ability to conduct simple investigations and assist with more complex investigations in a regulatory capacity.
Demonstrated well developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders and balance a customer service focused approach with regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated well developed organisational skills, including the ability to review and improve workflow processes, prioritise the work of others and develop and implement systems to manage a demanding case load within established timeframes.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively individually and within a team; maintaining confidentiality, and proven ability in accurate document preparation, control, and storage.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE985353Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months.
This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 15 August 2025.
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