Convenience Buttons: Time Remaining 13 days The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, 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 Professional Standards, Regulation and Legal Division exists to ensure that Communities is enabled and nurtured to be effectively governed and risk-managed with high levels of professional standards and integrity; meeting our legal and ethical obligations to clients, the Government, Ministers, stakeholders and taxpayers. Are you passionate about upholding integrity and protecting public trust? Join the Department of Communities as a Principal Investigator and play a critical role in safeguarding ethical practice, leading complex investigations, and shaping policies that make Communities a leader in integrity and accountability. The Opportunity As a Principal Investigator, you will: Lead complex and sensitive integrity and fraud investigations across the Department. Shape and implement strategic integrity, fraud, and corruption control policies. Provide expert guidance to leaders and staff, positioning Communities as a public sector leader in integrity. Build relationships with oversight bodies, including the Corruption and Crime Commission, WA Police, and other agencies. The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Amanda Nella, Principal Investigator on 0457 204 There is currently 1 permanent full time position available for immediate filling. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies fixed term or permanent 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) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV. A 3 page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). 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 Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via communities.wa.gov.au 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 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 Ashik. 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. Attachments: Application Form Information for Applicants JDF Principal Investigator L7You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader. Position Title Principal Investigator Agency Department of Communities Salary Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 pa pro rata Super PSCSAA 2024 Location Fremantle Unit/Division Professional Standards, Regulation & Legal Branch Investigations Work Type Permanent Part Time, Permanent Full Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time Position No. Pool Ref COM30525 Closing Date 2025-09-17 4:00 PM Position Title Principal Investigator Branch Investigations Location Fremantle Work Type Permanent Part Time, Permanent Full Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time Position No. Pool Ref COM30525 Salary Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 pa pro rata Super PSCSAA 2024 Closing Date 2025-09-17 4:00 PM Agency Department of Communities Description The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, 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 Professional Standards, Regulation and Legal Division exists to ensure that Communities is enabled and nurtured to be effectively governed and risk-managed with high levels of professional standards and integrity; meeting our legal and ethical obligations to clients, the Government, Ministers, stakeholders and taxpayers. Are you passionate about upholding integrity and protecting public trust? Join the Department of Communities as a Principal Investigator and play a critical role in safeguarding ethical practice, leading complex investigations, and shaping policies that make Communities a leader in integrity and accountability. The Opportunity As a Principal Investigator, you will: Lead complex and sensitive integrity and fraud investigations across the Department. Shape and implement strategic integrity, fraud, and corruption control policies. Provide expert guidance to leaders and staff, positioning Communities as a public sector leader in integrity. Build relationships with oversight bodies, including the Corruption and Crime Commission, WA Police, and other agencies. The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Amanda Nella, Principal Investigator on 0457 204 There is currently 1 permanent full time position available for immediate filling. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies fixed term or permanent 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) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV. A 3 page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). 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 Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via communities.wa.gov.au 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 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 Ashik. 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. Attachments Application Form Information for Applicants JDF Principal Investigator L7 Convenience Buttons2:
