DEPUTY
PRESIDENT
Workers Compensation Commission (WCC)
The Workers Compensation Commission is seeking
applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment as Deputy
Presi
PRESIDENT
Workers Compensation Commission (WCC)
The Workers Compensation Commission is seeking
applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment as Deputy
Presi
- Term
opportunity for a period up to seven (7) years - Sydney
CBD based role - Remuneration
package at $308,440 per annum plus $16,990 conveyance allowance
Deputy Presidents are responsible for the
determination of appeals on the decisions of Arbitrators in relation to
disputes about workers’ compensation entitlements. This is a great
opportunity for a legal practitioner to join the Commission and apply their
knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience in the resolution of workers
compensation disputes, including the determination of appeals.
To be successful in this role you will be a legal practitioner of at least 5
years standing with:
- Excellent
knowledge and experience in NSW workers’ compensation law, including an
understanding of the jurisdiction, legislation, practice, procedures and
subject matter dealt with by the Commission, - Strong
ability to employ sound judgment and a structured approach to decision
making, combined with demonstrated high-level writing skills, - Strong
influence, communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
to effectively interact with parties, Commission members and Commission
staff, - Demonstrated
integrity and impartiality/independence; and - Ability
to operate within an electronic environment, including proficiency in
Microsoft Word and Outlook.
You will be rewarded with an important role in making sound legal judgments
and case law determinations about benefits for injured workers.
Learn more – this Information Kit
provides a comprehensive overview of the role and a brief about the Commission.
If after reviewing the kit you have further questions about the role please
contact Judge Greg Keating, WCC President, on 02 8281 6430 or Rod Parsons, WCC
Registrar, on 02 8281 6403. Visit Workers Compensation Commission to find out more about our organisation.
Closing date. 3 January 2017 (11:59pm) Where to submit your application:
Complete
your online application via www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au.
If you encounter any technical problems, please contact the helpdesk on 1800
562 679.
your online application via www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au.
If you encounter any technical problems, please contact the helpdesk on 1800
562 679.
What we need from you:
Your
application should include a short covering letter and an up-to-date resume.
application should include a short covering letter and an up-to-date resume.
Additional Information:
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At WCC we are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, Work
Health and Safety, Cultural Diversity and Ethical Work Practices and encourage
applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you require access to information via a
different process, are speech or hearing impaired; or have access requirements
that require reasonable adjustment in the application/assessment process,
please contact the nominated contact officer to discuss or email careers@srwsd.nsw.gov.au
At WCC we are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, Work
Health and Safety, Cultural Diversity and Ethical Work Practices and encourage
applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you require access to information via a
different process, are speech or hearing impaired; or have access requirements
that require reasonable adjustment in the application/assessment process,
please contact the nominated contact officer to discuss or email careers@srwsd.nsw.gov.au
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At WCC we endeavour to make roles flexible. While this role is advertised as
full time we will consider requests to undertake the work flexibly including on
a part-time or job share basis.
At WCC we endeavour to make roles flexible. While this role is advertised as
full time we will consider requests to undertake the work flexibly including on
a part-time or job share basis.
Job Reference. 00004WZV
