Job title: Administration Support Officer
Company: Government of Western Australia
Job description: This position will provide administrative and customer service support to the Park Services team. This includes supporting the operational functions of the branch in periods of high demand. The team is part of the Environment, Heritage and Parks Directorate, which is responsible for ensuring environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, sustainability, risk management and visitor safety within the Rottnest Island Reserve. The goal is to meet statutory requirements, corporate goals and community expectations.At RIA, we have adopted which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate to help drive positive change.Selection CriteriaApplicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total. * Highly developed oral and written communication, interpersonal, organisational and team participation skills.
- Experience in office procedures, records management and administrative functions.
- Well-developed computer skills in the suite of Microsoft Office Software, specifically Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to the achievement of team goals and objectives.
The following essential criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process. Desirable criteria will be assessed as required: * Applies and promotes the principles of equity, diversity and work health and safety in the workplace.
- Knowledge of and experience in financial management systems.
Flexibility Requirement
- Must be capable and willing to commute to and from the Island on a daily basis and reside overnight on the island as rostered / required.
- May be rostered to work on any day, Monday to Sunday, including public holidays, and on any shift during these days.
About UsWe are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia’s largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our .Benefits of working with usIn addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- 11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
- Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
- A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
- Well-established learning and development programs.
Relocation Costs: A proportion of relocation costs may be covered at the discretion of the RIA.How to apply:All applications are to be submitted online. Select ‘Apply for job’, located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:
- a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than two (2) pages.
- current CV, including the details of two referees.
For further job-related information: contact Robbie Campbell on 0477 972 874 or for further information about RIA, visit .We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
- A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Substantive Equality StatementRIA supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse background and people with disability. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.For adjustments required in the recruitment process, please contact the selection panel convenor.Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
Expected salary: $73954 – 79292 per year
Location: Rottnest Island, WA
Job date: Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:06:00 GMT
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