THE OPPORTUNITY
The Executive Director of Schools invites applicants from suitably qualified and experienced personnel for this permanent full time position of Administrative Officer - Reception. Part time applications will be considered.
Reporting to the Operations and Administrative Services Manager, this position exists to support the front counter administrative requirements of Reception Services within the Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong across its various locations, including at the Office of Bishop, in the Xavier Centre, Wollongong. Applicants will be supportive of the ethos and mission of Catholic Education in the Diocese of Wollongong and understand the key purpose of this position as a focused customer service role, ultimately serving the needs of the students and staff in our Catholic schools.
YOUR IMPACT
As the face of the front counter, you will be responsible for:
- Administrative support and front of house reception duties as required
- Answering the main phone line, front office parking assistance, weekly stationery order preparation and submission, overseeing the daily office mail register, assistance with meeting room calendar bookings.
- Stock management and inventory control
- Provide event support to CEDoW staff and facilitators, including room bookings, catering support, event set up and pack up where required.
- Supporting effective and efficient central office and school-based processes
- Contributing to the implementation of the Vision and Strategic Direction of the CEDoW as stated in Lighting the Way
- Working collaboratively with staff across CEO Service Areas, work teams, schools, Diocesan Pastoral Works, and external suppliers in the delivery of event services to CEDoW
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Minimum Certificate III in Business/Administration and/or minimum of three years experience in an office or administrative environment, or front counter role.
- Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on Customer Service
- Ability to work independently and a collaborative, cooperative approach to working in a team
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Discretion and a high level of confidentiality
- Proficiency and experience in Google and MS Office suite of applications
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Example of a displayed positive approach and attitude.
- Knowledge of School environment is desirable
WHY WORK WITH CEDOW?
At CEDoW, we believe in supporting those who support our students. This role offers:
- A generous salary of $58,195 - $68,289 plus superannuation (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Laptop provided and to be used in line with CEDoW policy and procedure
- An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education
- Additional ex-gratia leave during the Christmas period
- Employees are eligible for Fitness Passport, giving you and your family discounted access to a wide network of fitness facilities.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE
This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are to complete an online application which asks to briefly address the essential criteria. Please keep your response to the equivalent of 2 A4 pages in length.
To find out more or to have a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact Yvonne Keary - Manager of Administrative Services on 0429 354 792
Applications Close: 15 March 2026 at 11:55pm
