Vacancy Details - Parliament of Western Australia |
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Clerk Assistant |
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Level 8 ($144,597 - $156,598 per annum) + 11.5% superannuation (Anticipated increase to $151,827 - $164,428 following General Agreement registration) |
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Legislative Council |
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Administrative Services
Procedural Services |
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Permanent, Full Time |
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The Department of the Legislative Council is seeking to fill a senior management role to oversee its core services and to drive innovation and excellence in the delivery of parliamentary support.
The Department facilitates and supports the work of the 36 (soon to be 37) Members of the Legislative Council—the Upper House of the State Parliament of Western Australia.
It is an exciting time to join the Legislative Council’s collaborative and committed Executive Management Team. The Department has a clear strategy to continuously improve its core business, provide enhanced services to Members of Parliament, and to continue to be an employer of choice.
About the role:
Two Clerk Assistants form a critical part of the Executive Management Team of the Department. Each Clerk Assistant provides proactive leadership and strategic direction to a functional area of the Department, and is responsible for managing, training and motivating a team of up to 25 staff.
The Clerk Assistant (Committees) manages the Legislative Council Committee Office, a multidisciplinary team providing research, procedural and administrative support to committees composed of Members of Parliament.
The Clerk Assistant (House) manages the day-to-day operations of the Legislative Council Chamber and manages a dedicated team of procedural and administrative experts. This position is primarily responsible for coordinating the accurate and timely production and maintenance of the important records of the Legislative Council.
In addition to the managing their respective offices, each Clerk Assistant serves as a “Table Officer” in the Chamber of the Legislative Council, providing on the spot procedural advice and support directly to Members of Parliament in a high pressure, fast-paced, political environment.
The Clerk Assistant roles are rotational, and appointees may be required to rotate into and perform the role of the other position. The current vacancy exists in the role of Clerk Assistant (House).
The job description form and an application for employment form can be downloaded below.
About Parliament:
Parliament is a unique and rewarding work environment. Work outside of normal hours will be required, including evenings when Parliament is sitting. In return, you will have daily exposure to the exciting and varied environment that is Parliament and given a degree of autonomy and independence unparalleled in a senior role.
The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions Equal Opportunity Employment. We’re committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects us all, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.
We encourage all suitable people of any age, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with any form of disability.
The Legislative Council fosters a culture of inclusion, appreciating unique perspectives and opportunities that a diverse workforce generates. We offer a purpose-driven, collaborative and flexible work environment, with generous employment conditions and a range of benefits such as access to a cafeteria, free parking and gymnasium. |
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How to apply:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please send us:
· A completed application for employment form (which can be downloaded below)
· A response (in no more than four pages) outlining your suitability to perform the duties of the position, as set out in the job description form
· An up-to-date CV (no more than four pages) that clearly outlines your skills and experience as relevant to this position
Applications must be emailed to hr@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00pm Monday, 10 March 2025.
Please note that you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a special category visa, to apply for this role.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact Human Resources at hr@parliament.wa.gov.au or on (08) 9222 7864.
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For further job-related information please contact Sam Hastings (Clerk of the Legislative Council and Clerk of the Parliaments) on (08) 9222 7214. |
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Monday 10 March 2025, 4.00 PM
(Applications received after the Closing Date will NOT be accepted) |
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 Application for Employment Form.docx 1 Clerk Assistant (House) February 2025.docx |