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

Our Department 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 Disability DivisionThe Disability Division brings together policy, practice and strategy, to enhance the inclusion and participation of Western Australians with disability by playing a key role in contributing to national disability policy, and provider and practice reforms led by the Australian Government. 

About the Team:

You will be part of the Policy and Reform Directorate, which is responsible for,

• Leading development of statewide policy, such as the State Disability Strategy
• Providing policy support to the service delivery functions
• Leading legislative reform
• Leading the response to national disability reform, such as the Disability Royal Commission

The Opportunity As Senior Legislation Officer you will, as part of a team, play a key role in the review, development and implementation of legislation administered by the Department of Communities and relevant to people with disability in Western Australia.  

As well as a significant external focus, including effective stakeholder engagement, the position is involved in the development of submissions and briefings, with a focus on relevant federal and state legislation, the broader disability reform agenda and the considerations and impact for the disability community and sector.

Some of your responsibilities include:

• Evaluates and analyses policy proposals to amend existing legislation or create new legislation administered by the Department of Communities or relevant for people with disability in Western Australia.
• Prepares Cabinet submissions, drafting instructions, EXCO papers and papers for the intergovernmental bodies in relation to new and amending legislation.
• Provides advice in response to requests from the Minister's Office, key stakeholders, members of the public and the media on matters related to the operation and interpretation of disability legislation administered by the Department of Communities or relevant for people with disability in Western Australia.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Maria Mansour, Manager Strategic Policy, on 0435 214 ***. 

There are currently 2 permanent positions 018490 & 021386 available for immediate filling. Part-Time flexible option can be considered.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

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:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two [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 Margia, Human Resources Advisor on 0466 171 *** or via email on *************@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 ***

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 the Department of 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 DiversityThe Department of Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Margia via *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

If you are an Aboriginal person 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 - Senior Legislation Officer (Disability) - L6 - April 2026.docx

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