Senior Project Officer - Service Delivery

Job Description

Senior Project Officer - Service Delivery Branch: Secondary Schools DHS & Post-School Pathways Division: Service Delivery - Statewide Services Salary: Level 6, $115,824 - $127,647 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024) This is a permanent full-time position commencing July 2025 Statewide Services provides the services and supports required by schools to enable student achievement, with a focus on those students and schools that need it most. It encompasses both school and system-facing service delivery. While it primarily exists to support schools, it also has an important system-facing role supporting strategy and policy development. Service Delivery is the key interface with schools. Its purpose is to plan, coordinate and deliver targeted services that support schools and regions to improve student achievement. The Secondary Schools, District High Schools and Post-School Pathways Directorate provides coordinated expertise to regions and secondary schools identified as requiring support. The Role If successful, you will assist in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs, projects, policies, procedures and guidelines. You will be required to conduct research and analysis of data and information to identify project effectiveness, issues and opportunities for continuous improvement and prepare briefings and discussion papers to senior management, committees and other interest groups. Success in this role requires exceptional analytical and communication skills, with a strong emphasis on preparing high-quality reports, correspondence, and responses. Collecting, analysing and interpreting data and other contextual information is essential, assisting in the planning and development of protocols and procedures. It is crucial that you can establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders as you will be working with other teams on shared priorities to deliver integrated services and support to schools, teachers and/or students. Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025. Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work-life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements. Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave. Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance. Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments). Want to know more? 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 Lucy Halsall, Manager, Secondary Schools, District High Schools & Post-School Pathways on (08) 6206 2039 or by emailing We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include: A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A three (3) page statement (12-point Arial font, with 2.5cm margins and appropriate paragraphing) addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: Demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the current legislation, policies, processes and issues related to the context of the role. Demonstrated highly developed project management skills, with a proven ability to deliver outcomes on schedule and under tight timelines. Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to deal effectively with change and generate innovative solutions. Demonstrated highly developed verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build partnerships and integrate services both within and beyond the Department. Demonstrated highly developed written communication and presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of reports, correspondence and briefings. 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE952063 Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 28 February 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr