Department of Education WA – East Perth WA
There are eight (8) permanent full-time positions commencing ASAP.
The Business and Customer Services (BCS) Directorate supports the objectives and outcomes of its customers by providing value for money corporate services through skilled and motivated people. The BCS aims to deliver services within an environment of standardised systems and processes.
The Payroll Services Branch processes employee salary, leave, superannuation and salary packaging records to maintain accurate and timely payments to Department of Education staff. The Branch services 75,000 plus employees in WA public schools, central office, and regional education offices.
The Role
The position of Payroll Officer is responsible for the delivery of efficient and effective payroll services.
* Provide, generate and maintain employee personal information and pay distributions.
* Process employee commencements, movements, variations and terminations.
* Process leave, salary and allowance payments, income tax and overpayments.
* Ensure work is timely, accurate and in line with applicable industrial instruments, legislation and Department policies and procedures.
* Provide accurate and timely customer advice.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
* Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create a healthy work life balance including working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part‐time arrangements.
* 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).
* Easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5‐minute walk away and a free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance, as well as various CPP parking locations within walking distance.
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.
To work with us, you must:
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
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.
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
* A two‐page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
o Demonstrated ability to understand and apply policies, procedures, industrial instruments and legislation.
o Demonstrated experience with computerised human resource management information systems or equivalent and the ability to perform pay calculations, ensuring accuracy of complex payroll data.
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 41*** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1042734
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: 4:30 pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 23 June 2026.
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