Principal Investigator

Fremantle, WA
$139,860-149,485 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part TimeLocation: FremantleClosing Date: 2025-09-17 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)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 . 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 910There 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 HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.auWe can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:TTY/voice calls - 133 677Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727SMS relay - 0423 677 767Integrity 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 .Equity and DiversityThe 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 on 13 64 64.Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

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