Company Information Description Do you have a passion for customer service and a deep interest in museum operations and collection management? We have a unique opportunity at the Revolutions Transport Museum, at Whiteman Park for a permanent, fulltime Museum officer. Your passion for promoting positive customer experience, and daily operations of museum curatorial environments will make you the ideal candidate for this role. Located in the beautiful Whiteman Park, the Revolutions Transport Museum is the home of the Whiteman Collection – a diverse array of objects collected by Lew Whiteman and bequeathed to the WA State Government – the museum tells the story of the evolution of land transport in Western Australia and the impact it has had on the economic, social and cultural development of the state. This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may arise within the Department and across the WA public sector in the next 12 months from the... initial date of appointment. To be successful for this position, you need to demonstrate: Experience in a customer service-focussed curatorial environment, with good communication and sound presentation skills to deliver professional tours and interpretive experiences to a wide audience. Knowledge of current and emerging trends, practices and procedures in museum and curatorial environments. High level computer literacy including the ability to accurately record and process data into required formats/databases using existing procedures and undertake research. Demonstrate the behaviours within the leadership context of Personal Leadership Core leadership behaviours outlined in Leadership Expectations are applicable to this role and should be demonstrated in the context of Personal Leadership . The Personal Leadership context is about the work of individuals not yet in traditional leadership positions who make a direct and immediate difference to the agency. The expected behaviours may be assessed during the recruitment and selection process. About Us For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is an attractive proposition, please visit the Department page on the DPLH website . We have a comprehensive Applicant Information Pack to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Benefits Of Working At DPLH DPLH offers a broad range of benefits including but not limited to: Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance. 11% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options Comprehensive learning and professional development opportunities. 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December 3 days additional public sector holidays each year Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff Leave for study, bereavement, foster caring and parenting Free access to a confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services. How to apply: All applications are submitted online. Select ‘Apply for Job’, located at either top or bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a: Comprehensive CV and maximum 2 page cover letter, that clearly shows your skills, experience, and key achievements, including the details of two referees. Further Information If you would like to know more, please give a call on (08) 9209 6044 or email [email protected] to discuss the role in further detail. Please do not send your application to Jessica or seek assistance with lodging your application. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants – If you would like to have a confidential discussion with Denika Seelander, our Aboriginal Employment Officer, about the recruitment process please contact her on 0461 552 881 or email [email protected] The Department is an equal opportunity employer and as a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position, may be prioritised for appointment. Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact our HR Services team on (08) 6551 9419 or email [email protected] . Special Requirements For This Position The ability to work regular weekend and public holiday shifts based on a shared 7-day roster. Working With Children (WWC) clearance to be obtained prior to commencement. Current First Aid certificate. The Department will conduct National Police Clearances for applicants successful to this recruitment process. To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted. If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, contact [email protected] , or please call (08) 6551 9419 for any other queries. 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