Clerk Assistant

Position Title Clerk Assistant Level and Salary Level 8 ($144,597 – $156,598 per annum) + 11.5% superannuation. Department Legislative Council Section Administrative Services / Procedural Services Employment Type Permanent, Full Time 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). Work outside of normal hours will be required, including evenings when Parliament is sitting. The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions Equal Opportunity Employment. 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. Responsibilities Provide proactive leadership and strategic direction to a functional area of the Department. Manage, train and motivate a team of up to 25 staff. Coordinate the accurate and timely production and maintenance of the important records of the Legislative Council. Serve as a “Table Officer” in the Chamber, providing on‑the‑spot procedural advice to Members of Parliament. Rotate between the House and Committee offices as required. Eligibility Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a special category visa. Must have the ability to work outside normal hours, including evenings when Parliament is sitting. How to apply Send a completed application for employment form, a response outline your suitability to perform the duties of the position (no more than four pages), and an up‑to‑date CV (no more than four pages) to the email address below by 4:00 pm Monday, 10 March. Applications must be emailed to by 4.00pm Monday, 10 March . Closing Date Monday 10 March 4:00 PM (applications received after this will NOT be accepted). Contact for Further Information For further job‑related information please contact Sam Hastings (Clerk of the Legislative Council and Clerk of the Parliaments). EEO Statement The Parliament of Western Australia is honoured to be situated on the ancestral lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. The Parliament acknowledges the First Australians as the traditional owners of the lands we represent and pays respects to their Elders both past and present. #J-18808-Ljbffr