Description : Administrative Support Officer - Identified. Company : NSW Government -Department of Premier and Cabinet. Location : Sydney NSW

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic administrative professional to join our team
• You’ll be providing efficient and reliable administrative services across the whole team
• You’ll be working in partnership with Aboriginal people and communities to deliver change.
• This is an ongoing role, grade 3/4, based in Sydney.
• Flexible working is part of our DNA at DPC, so you’ll enjoy great flexibility in how and where you work.

Driving big ideas at the heart of government.

At the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC), we lead more than 400,000 people in the NSW Public Service to make our state a great place to live, work and visit.

We drive big ideas at the heart of government.

We support the Premier, Cabinet, Ministers, and other government agencies by getting things done. We deliver services and projects, lead policy development, organise key events for the state, and provide innovative ideas we put into action. Our work is challenging, rewarding and different every day.

We’re diverse and ambitious. We believe that we can accomplish great things when people bring their whole selves to work. We’re proud of what we do for the communities of NSW – communities that are reflected in our team.

Imagine your career at DPC and learn more about the department.

About the role.

The Land and Economy Directorate provides leadership across Government to be a strategic enabler for Aboriginal community prosperity and self-determination over land, water, and natural resources.

The Administrative Support Officer role provides administrative services to the Land and Economy Directorate and collaborates across the network of Support Officers at Aboriginal Affairs. The role enables the efficient functioning of the Land and Economy Directorate by coordinating all administrative, finance and record management tasks.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community

You. Our ideal candidate.

• You’re eager to make a difference to Aboriginal people and communities across NSW
• You’re innovative and always looking for new ways to do things
• You’re adaptable, resilient and agile
• You meet the criteria for employment in an Aboriginal identified role.
• You have a proactive approach to your work and enjoy working collaboratively across teams.
• We know the value of diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements, we’d love to hear from you.

Your career, your way.

We are proud of our flexible working culture and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve.

At DPC, you get access to:

• flexible working arrangements
• inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
• flex leave
• great learning and development opportunities and access to professional networks
• employee support services
• fitness and well-being programs
• staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, DPC Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.

How to apply

To start your journey in becoming our new Administrative Support Officer, you’ll need to create an account on I Work for NSW and apply online. Your application should include:

a cover letter responding to the two targeted questions below (maximum 2 pages):

• Provide an example of your experience managing multiple administrative tasks with competing deadlines.

• Please describe what you feel is important when working within a team environment. Describe challenges faced and how you overcome the challenges.

a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).

To help us figure out if you’re the right person for the role, the selection process may include a range of assessment techniques, and we expect it will take up to 6–8 weeks.

Candidates can request adjustments throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact the hiring manager, Tara Mason on 0428 514 848 or [email protected]

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. Once added to the talent pool, you may be contacted about similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months.

Salary: Clerk Grade 3/4. Package includes base salary ($75,992 to $83,211 p.a.) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. Closing date: Sunday, 23 April 2023 (11:59 PM) Approximate start date: Late May 2023 Learn more

For enquiries, please contact the hiring manager, Tara Mason, 0428 514 848, [email protected]. If you run into any technical difficulties with your online application, contact I Work for NSW Support at [email protected] or 1800 562 679.

Our commitment

The NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past, present and future. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in regional locations.