This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing in July 2026 with possible extension (6 months) and/or permanency.
This role will be a job share arrangement with current working days Wednesdays and Fridays. Note: there is a possibility the FTE for this position may increase in the future.
The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services for, and implements the decisions, of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority). The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.
Role The Senior Consultant – Copyright and Library manages copyright compliance and library services for the Authority while overseeing the application of copyright legislation in the Authority, in particular the provisions relating to government use of copyright material. They develop training material and provide advice and training to staff to ensure the Authority's use of copyright material complies with copyright legislation, including correct acknowledgements of third party copyright material for a range of Authority documents using established Authority standards to improve copyright compliance procedures and agency compliance.
If successful, you will negotiate licenses with a wide range of copyright holders for all purposes related to the Authority. Additionally, you will ensure accurate records of all third party material used by the Authority is maintained in the copyright database, including the update of expiring copyright permissions.
Professional Benefits
12% employer contributed superannuation.
Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance
Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Janice Greenaway, Senior Consultant – Copyright and Library on (08) 9442 9430 or by emailing janice.greenaway@scsa.wa.edu.au.
Commitment and Leadership We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ).
Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1 Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2 Attach your documents
A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: Demonstrated highly developed verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of individuals at all levels.
Demonstrated highly developed team management and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate and deliver effective outcomes.
Demonstrated highly developed problem solving and risk management skills with the ability to provide innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems and issues
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1033754
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 15 April 2026
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