About the role
As an Administration Assistant, you will support the financial and administrative functions of the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS). You will play a key role in revenue and expenditure processes, including compiling and checking accounts for payment, receipting and banking monies, uploading licence batches, and printing licence cards.
You will also assist with maintaining licence and permit registers, statistical databases, and other administrative records.
As the first point of contact for IFS, you will respond to telephone and counter enquiries, providing information and directing enquiries to the appropriate staff.
This is a fixed-term two-year part-time position working 44.10 hours per fortnight, based in New Norfolk.
Our ideal candidate
- Experience in office administration.
- Experience using computerised databases and business software systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to exercise initiative and make decisions within established procedures.
- Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
We offer
- Competitive salary, 12% superannuation contribution, and salary sacrificing options.
- Excellent leave entitlements (plus paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
- Special staff benefits from nominated Health Funds and AVIS vehicle hire.
- Access to Fitness Passport, a corporate health and fitness program providing access to over 50 gyms and pools throughout Tasmania.
- Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About us
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of “delivering a sustainable Tasmania” where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusivity is embraced, and safety is paramount.
We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We understand that work-life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That’s why we offer flexible work options and are dedicated to making workplace adjustments that empower individuals to fully engage and excel in their roles.
How to apply
- Review the Statement of Duties.
- Click the "Apply" button. Alternatively, you can apply via jobs.tas.gov.au.
- Complete the application form.
- Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties.
- Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via recruitment@nre.tas.gov.au.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of advertising, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Closing date
Applications close on 11 November 2026 at 11:55pm (AEST).
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of advertising, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
For more information please contact:
Kellie Fahey
Executive Officer (Licensing and Finance)
Email: Kellie.Fahey@ifs.tas.gov.au
Phone: 6165 3809
We encourage you to get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role if you have any questions!