Manager Integrity Coordination

Overview

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 permanent position with flexible working arrangements available for immediate filling. The role is responsible for leading the department’s Integrity Coordination Unit, which oversees the department-wide complaints management system and promotes integrity and ethical conduct across the organisation. This role undertakes the assessment, investigation, and case management of disciplinary matters, providing expert advice and support to the Corporate Executive, Decision Makers, Managers, and Staff on all aspects of discipline and misconduct processes. You will also support the Assistant Director, Workplace Relations, in developing strategies and delivering initiatives to prevent, detect, and respond to conduct issues, aligned with the department’s Integrity Framework and the ethical principles of the WA Public Sector.

We are looking for individuals with:

- Demonstrated considerable experience in assessment, investigation and/or case management of complex and sensitive employment based disciplinary or similar matters, preferably within a public sector environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the legislative and regulatory frameworks governing integrity and ethical conduct, preferably within the WA public sector.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or certificate IV in Government Investigations are highly desirable.

For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).

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 referees.
- A cover letter of no more than two pages demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to this opportunity.
- Your cover letter should include examples from your previous experience and achievements that demonstrate how your personal values align with the department’s. For an overview of the department’s values, view the attached DPIRD Applicant Information Kit.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Jo Symons, Assistant Director Workplace Relations, on 0436 527 224 during office hours.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in 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 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 applicant’s expense.

This process may be used to fill other similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. Should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve 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; late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)

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