Human Resource Officer

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This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2025 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency.

All staff are committed to Creating Futures, working in partnership with families and the local community to ensure all students can successfully transition to University, Technical and Further Education (TAFE), further training, or employment. Students are supported by our dedicated Student Engagement and Support team, consisting of professionals such as nurses, psychologists, chaplains, and youth workers, along with external support agencies. All staff are committed to facilitating an inclusive, safe and supportive learning environment for all students.

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The role of the Human Resource Officer is to provide a comprehensive Human Resource consultancy service to all school staff. This includes support and advice on human resource legislation, policies, and procedures.

You will coordinate end-to-end recruitment activities, including deployment, recruitment, selection, and appointment processes.

Coordinate leave and relief management and assist with staff timetabling and rostering processes.

Assist with development and implementation of strategic human resources solutions for workforce planning, attraction and retention, succession planning, budget/establishment management.

The ideal applicant should possess the ability to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation to maximise opportunities.

The successful applicant will ideally have sound verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills, including the ability to undertake effective negotiations and build positive relationships with staff at all levels. You should have highly developed organisational skills and be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

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 Julie Govorko, Associate Principal, on or emailing

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

To 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.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• 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.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Apply online in two easy steps:

1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:

Step 2 details:

• A CV of up to two pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three-page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes
• Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with staff and work within a team environment
• Demonstrated sound knowledge and skills in human resource management, including research, planning and recruitment practices
• Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to implement appropriate strategies

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 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS991970

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 12 September 2025

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Education Administration Programs