- Administrative Support Officer, Director Support
- Ongoing role
- Office location – Bobbin Head or Audley
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $82,193 to $90,001 plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
About the Role
The Administration Support Officer, Director Support works in the Executive Support Unit in the Greater Sydney Branch, which is responsible for supporting a busy, dynamic team spread out across the Greater Sydney region. The successful candidate will perform various administrative and executive assistant duties, including diary management, developing and maintaining electronic filing systems, forward planning, and preparing emails and letters. Additionally, providing support in formatting reports, creating agendas, taking minutes at formal meetings, and organising meetings and events.
About you
Candidates must be self-motivated, capable of organising their own workload, and demonstrate strong time management skills. The successful applicant will have a proven background showcasing excellent written and verbal communication skills, a proactive and friendly attitude, and the capability to build effective relationships with a diverse range of staff within the agency and key stakeholders. You will adopt a flexible approach to your work in this dynamic environment and thrive in a busy setting to meet tight deadlines.
You should be a confident, innovative, and motivated individual and an enthusiastic and competent executive assistant with a high standard of accuracy and able to demonstrate initiative in managing your workload.
Essential Requirements
- Experience in administration including experience in the use of computer based systems such as word processing, spreadsheet and records management systems.
- Knowledge of financial and human resource management procedures, policies and practices, and contract administration.
To view the Role Description: Administrative Support Officer and Scope of Works
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
What we can offer you
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.
What we do
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To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 16 March 2025 at 11:55pm
Should you require further information about the role please contact Debbie Colbourne, Senior Project Officer, Greater Sydney Branch on debbie.colbourne@environment.nsw.gov.au or to 0409 244 963.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Kylie Isted on 0459 877 821 (please mention reference number 541309).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.
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