Policy and Research Officer

Level/Salary: Level 4 - $95,782 - $100,526 pa, PS CSA A 2024

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Perth

Closing Date: 2025-11-17 4:00 PM

About Us

The State Library of Western Australia plays a key role in empowering Western Australian individuals and communities, transforming their lives by connecting them to information and ideas. The State Library collects materials of international significance to capture, preserve and tell the stories of WA’s rich history. It also delivers a wide range of services, programs and events to inspire creativity, curiosity and support lifelong learning.

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual w ith superior communication and research skills to support the agency’s policy framework and compliance rep orting.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity and diversity. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.

People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Visit our website www.slwa.wa.gov.au for more information on the State Library and what we do.

Reasonable Adjustment

We provide r easonable a djustments during the recruitment processes to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job if you are successful in gaining employment.

You can let us know about any reasonable adjustment you may need.

Vacancy

We have a permanent, part-time (0.6FTE / 45 hrs) position available from February 2026.

There will also be a recruitment Pool running for a period of 12 months from initial appointment. Suitable applicants will be placed into the Pool which may be used to fill future similar part-time, fixed-term positions.

The Role

The role of this position is to conduct and compile research that supports the development of agency policies and the fulfilment of statutory and compliance reporting requirements.

For further details on the position and the Essential Work Related Requirements you are encouraged to read the attached Job Description Form (JDF). You can also contact Perryn Warton, A/Manager Policy and Research on (08) 9427 3328.

How to Apply

Select the 'Apply for Job’ button at the top / bottom of the screen. Your application should include:

- a current CV with the contact details of two work related referees

- a cover letter (maximum 4 pages) that details your experience, skills and abilities in relation to the Essential Work Related Requirements listed in the Job Description Form (JDF).

Please note the closing date and time and allow yourself enough time to apply online as lodgement is system generated. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical difficulties while applying online, phone the helpline on 1300 733 056 (option 3) during business hours.

For tips on how to prepare your application visit: https://www.slwa.wa.gov.au/about-us/corporate/employment

Pre-Employment Integrity Checks

So the community can be confident in our staff and the services we provide to the community we carry out pre-employment integrity checks. As part of this process suitable candidates will be asked to provide:

- ID documents that prove their identity and any name changes.

- Documents that prove they are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency (or hold a valid working visa covering the term of the fixed term contract).

- A National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months).

- Two referees (a line manager is preferred) that can verify their employment history, including their role and responsibilities, conduct, performance and reasons for leaving.

- Confirmation of educational qualifications and professional memberships applicable to the position with the issuing organisation.

- Working with Children Check for positions that involve child-related work

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