Department of Treasury and Finance

Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia?

We want to hear from you.

About us

The Department of Treasury and Finance is at the centre of Government decision-making. As the principal economic and financial advisor, we provide leadership and strategic advice and influence to support the delivery of services and outcomes for the benefit of Western Australia.

What we do is integral to the Government’s decision-making processes about where and how to spend taxpayer’s money to ensure Western Australians have access to quality services on a financially sustainable basis.

We lead procurement and leverage our buying power to secure products and services for government, achieving value for money for WA.

We collect revenue to fund government services and administer payment of grants and subsidies to the WA community.

The work area

This role sits within the Corporate Strategy and Performance Directorate which is part of the Advisory Services business unit. The People and Culture team is responsible for delivering the full range of human resource and organisational development and capability for Treasury and Finance.  Working closely with Executives, the leadership team and our people, we develop and implement strategies to attract, engage and develop employee and build upon organisational culture.

The opportunity

Do you have experience working in Human Resources or recently finished your studies or graduated, looking at highlighting your strengths with the skills you gained while studying?

We are looking for individuals who have great customer service skills, with good attention to detail and ability to manage priorities. There is a permanent full-time position available in the Operational team for immediate filing, and an upcoming permanent full-time position in the Organisational Development team. Below is a summary of the duties within each of the teams:

Operational team

• have the opportunity to expand your HR knowledge and experience by providing support across the People and Culture Team on recruitment, job design and classification;
• assists with personnel and payroll enquiries, health and safety; and
• provide general human resources activities.

Organisational Development team

• support Organisational Development programs and initiatives;
• support Treasury and Finance employees to reach their development goals by coordinating their Learning and Development activities; and
• be part of exciting initiatives such as the graduate program, training programs and health, wellbeing, and diversity events.

This is a terrific opportunity to join a fantastic team and start your career journey with the Department of Treasury and Finance and make a difference for Western Australia!

Note: Due to the department’s shutdown over the Christmas/New Year period, this selection process will be finalised in early 2026. The selected candidate will be expected to commence in the role in the new year.

Find out more

If you’d like to have a chat about the role please contact Mary-Ann Anglesey, Team Leader Recruitment and HR Services via mary-ann.anglesey@dtf.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 2572.

Visit our careers page to find out why Treasury and Finance is an incredible place to work.

How to apply

1. Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and the Capability Framework.
2. When you apply it will re-direct you to jobswa where you will need to apply for the pool.
3. Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format):

• a comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to this opportunity and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to this role, ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables;
• a maximum two-page written cover letter addressing the Essential Role-Specific Requirements (ERSR) 1, 2, highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and the Capability Framework.
• provide the name and contact details of two (2) referees, with one being your current line Manager or Supervisor.

Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact recruitment@dtf.wa.gov.au.

Subsequent Vacancies

This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term (full time/part time) vacancies that may arise within Treasury and Finance across the WA public sector for up to 12 months.  Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury and Finance, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.