Resources

Local Resolution Policy sets out the way PWSS can assist in de-escalation and resolution of a workplace complaint at the earliest opportunity by resolving, explaining, clearing up, mediating or negotiating the matter between the parties, and helping the parties move forward.

The PWSS Privacy Policy explains how the PWSS collects and deals with the personal information of its clients and others, with specific information about personal information handling practices in relation to: current, former and prospective PWSS employees and Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission (IPSC) functions.

This Guide is designed to support MOP(S) Staff safety during election period.

The Letter of offer template for non ministerial staff contains information relevant to hiring new employees under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 (MOP(S) Act)

The Letter of offer template for ministerial staff contains information relevant to hiring new employees under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 (MOP(S) Act)

The Employee Induction Checklist should be completed by the parliamentarian, or by their authorised representative it contains information relevant to onboarding new employees under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 MOP(S) Act

The Reference Check Report template has been designed to support parliamentarians, or authorised representatives with hiring new MOP(S) Act employees.

The Temporary Employment Register contains information for PWSS applicants designed for job vacancies APS4 - SES 2. Applications submitted via the register will remain active until 31 August 2026.

The MOP(S) Act Volunteer Guideline contains information for Parliamentarians and authorised persons hiring volunteers in Commonwealth Parliamentary offices.

The Workplace Inspection Checklist and Action Plan contains guidance on workplace safety for MOP(S) Act Employees and how it may be used for matters in the context of their employment in Commonwealth Parliamentary offices.