Administration Assistant - Tamworth Youth Justice Community Office, Youth Justice

Job details
Pay
$73,522 - $7+,+31 a year
Job type
Part-time
 
Location
Tamworth NSW 2340
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee assistance program
 
Full job description
Division: Northern CPPYJ
Location: Tamworth, NSW, AU, 2340
Req ID: 75702
Administration Assistant -

Tamworth Youth Justice Community Office,

Youth Justice


Temporary, Part time (31.5 hours per week) up to 12 months with potential for extension
Location: Tamworth
Clerk Grade 1/2 Salary ($73,522 - $7+,+31 pro rata), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

This is a targeted recruitment.

While all applicants are welcome, preference will be given to candidates who meet the established standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander descent. This is because the Department acknowledges this lived experience contributes a perspective valuable to our work with this community.


Your role


Provide administrative and reception services to internal and external clients to support the delivery of quality services for Tamworth Youth Justice Community Office. As an integral part of a team the role is responsible for managing administrative systems and procedures to deliver a high level of administrative and coordination support


What you’ll do


Tamworth Youth Justice Community Office are looking for an Administrative Assistant to work as part of the administration team to efficiently deliver administrative and support services for the operation of the community office.


Act as a point of contact performing reception services including telephone and/or counter enquiries from staff and clients and provide a timely and effective information and referral service.

Undertake a range of administrative services relating to the business, including non-complex client matters, word processing, data entry, preparing correspondence, collating documentation, maintaining electronic and file records and support with meetings and events to support the day-to-day operations of the team.

Assist with financial and workforce transactional activities including purchasing, invoice processing, petty-cash, time-sheet management adhering to Departmental processes in accordance with relevant practices and standards.

Monitor and maintain store supplies and equipment.

Assist with projects and research.

What we’re looking for


NSW Working with Children Check clearance for paid employment.

Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:


National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014

Download the role description.


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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.


What We Offer


We offer a variety of benefits, including:


A challenging and rewarding career
Flexible, autonomous work environment
Competitive pay and conditions
Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.


We do work that really matters


Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.


Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!


Are you ready to join us?


Click apply. You will need to attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum five pages) and a cover letter (maximum three pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role and answer the two targeted questions below:


This role involves using various computer systems and databases. Can you provide an example of how you’ve used technology to manage data or improve administrative efficiency?

This role involves a range of administrative tasks such as document preparation, data entry, maintaining records, and supporting meetings. Provide an example of how you have used your organisational and administrative skills to support a team and meet the administrative needs of a workplace.

Applications close Sunday 13th July 2025 at 11:5+ pm AEST.


Got a question?


For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Kim Storer on 043+ 708 747 or via Kim.Storer@dcj.nsw.gov.au


If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Lisa Smith on 0456 1++ 105 or via Lisa.smith3@dcj.nsw.gov.au


Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.


Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit


We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.


To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.


Other Information


A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.


For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people.


Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.


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