The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity

The Legal Systems Administrator is responsible for providing high level technical support, problem resolution and advice to users of the Legal Practice Management System and coordinating user requests for changes and enhancements.

The role undertakes planning, designing, documenting, implementing, and maintaining the test UAT, and Production Environment changes and bug fixes, including identifying training needs of System Users and developing and delivering training programs and help resources.

The position provides the data, reports, and analysis required by the Legal and Business Services Managers for the management, review, accountability, and ongoing development of the Legal and Business Service.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Felicity Bunt, Knowledge and Systems Manager, on (08) 6277 3560.

There is currently 1 position available for immediate filling on a fixed term or permanent basis.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.

Join the Department of Communities

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below on the Government Jobs Board) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A 2 page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Varsha Joypaul-Kheeroo, HR Consultant by emailing [email protected]

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

Integrity and Honesty

The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Varsha Joypaul-Kheeroo.

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.