Senior Legislation and Strategy Officer

22 hours ago

Perth, Western Australia Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) Full time $104,000 - $156,000 per year

The Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:

  • Contribute
  • give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.
  • Develop
  • grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.
  • Thrive
  • find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.

Here at LGIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual's perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected.

The Role

  • Formulates, reviews and implements new and amending legislation administered by the Department.
  • Evaluates and analyses policy proposals to amend existing legislation or create new legislation administered by the Department.
  • Undertakes the development of new or amending legislation in accordance with the State Government's Regulatory Impact Assessment process.
  • Prepares Cabinet Submissions, Drafting Instructions, Executive Council (EXCO) Papers for new and amending legislation
  • Provides advice in response to requests from the Minister's Office, key stakeholders, members of the public and the media on matters related to the operation and interpretation of legislation administered by the Department.
  • Coordinates and contributes to the preparation of departmental or Ministerial submissions or responses to Parliamentary, State or Commonwealth Government Inquiries and Reviews as they related to the legislation administered by the Department.
  • Prepares responses to Ministerial and Departmental correspondence.

Qualifications & Licenses

  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and knowledge of legislation administered by the division would be an advantage – these include the Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Act 1995, the Cat Act 2011, the Cemeteries Act 1986, the Dog Act 1976 and the Local Government Act 1995.

Benefits working for LGIRS

  • Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)
  • Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)
  • 20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)
  • 17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave
  • 15 days personal leave per year
  • 13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)
  • 18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
  • 3 public holidays in lieu per year
  • 5 days reproductive leave per year
  • 10 days disability leave per year
  • 5 days bereavement leave
  • 5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year
  • Ability to purchase additional annual leave
  • Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring
  • Formal training options
  • Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions

Interested? Click on "Apply" now to learn more about the role and how to apply for the position.

CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Thursday, 23 October 2025 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online
as late applications will
not be accepted
. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.

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