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Job description
Agency Department of the Attorney-General Work unit Public Guardian and Trustee
and Justice
Job title Administration Officer Designation Administrative Officer 3
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $66,773 - $71,746 Location Darwin
Position number 18+6 RTF 30378+ Closing 05/0+/2026
Contact officer Effie D’Arrigo on 08 8+++ 4082 or effie.darrigo@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://pgt.nt.gov.au/ | https://nt.gov.au/law/processes/about-public-trustee
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=30378+
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide efficient and effective customer-focused frontline administrative services to support the operations of the Public
Guardian and Trustee (PGT), represented people and members of the public.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide essential frontline administration services such as the provision of telephone call centre and front counter
reception duties. This includes delivering services to people who may have intellectual and communication disabilities.
2. Undertake general financial duties including accounts payable, procurement, corporate credit card and travel including.
3. Assist with recording interactions with clients in the division’s information management system (OPGIS) including
maintenance of official client records and other office records and systems. Also includes the registration of Wills and
Advance Personal Plans.
4. Assist with official correspondence for the Northern Territory Civil and Administration Tribunal and other stakeholders
in relation to guardianship matters.
5. Respond positively to change with a commitment to ongoing improvement and professional development, act
professionally at all times, demonstrate cultural competence and operate within the boundaries of agreed policies and
procedures.
6. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being
undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) and experience in delivering customer-focused
services to people of diverse backgrounds, who may have a disability and complex needs.
2. Demonstrated experience in administration and financial processes, including the ability to maintain accurate records
and maintain confidentiality.
3. Demonstrated ability to work without supervision, independently and/or part of a team, to organise work, meet
deadlines and achieve results. Includes demonstrated initiative and flexibility to respond to changing priorities.
4. Demonstrated sound computer literacy skills and use of software applications, records and business systems relevant to
the organisation.
5. Demonstrated work ethic and resilient attitude which emulates PGTs values of professionalism, accountability, honesty,
respectfulness and innovation.
Desirable
1. An understanding of guardianship, financial and estate administration or ability to obtain.
Further information
The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not
exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. Applicants are required to have a current
driver’s licence.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Job description
Agency Department of the Attorney-General Work unit Public Guardian and Trustee
and Justice
Job title Administration Officer Designation Administrative Officer 3
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $66,773 - $71,746 Location Darwin
Position number 18+6 RTF 30378+ Closing 05/0+/2026
Contact officer Effie D’Arrigo on 08 8+++ 4082 or effie.darrigo@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://pgt.nt.gov.au/ | https://nt.gov.au/law/processes/about-public-trustee
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=30378+
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide efficient and effective customer-focused frontline administrative services to support the operations of the Public
Guardian and Trustee (PGT), represented people and members of the public.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide essential frontline administration services such as the provision of telephone call centre and front counter
reception duties. This includes delivering services to people who may have intellectual and communication disabilities.
2. Undertake general financial duties including accounts payable, procurement, corporate credit card and travel including.
3. Assist with recording interactions with clients in the division’s information management system (OPGIS) including
maintenance of official client records and other office records and systems. Also includes the registration of Wills and
Advance Personal Plans.
4. Assist with official correspondence for the Northern Territory Civil and Administration Tribunal and other stakeholders
in relation to guardianship matters.
5. Respond positively to change with a commitment to ongoing improvement and professional development, act
professionally at all times, demonstrate cultural competence and operate within the boundaries of agreed policies and
procedures.
6. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being
undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) and experience in delivering customer-focused
services to people of diverse backgrounds, who may have a disability and complex needs.
2. Demonstrated experience in administration and financial processes, including the ability to maintain accurate records
and maintain confidentiality.
3. Demonstrated ability to work without supervision, independently and/or part of a team, to organise work, meet
deadlines and achieve results. Includes demonstrated initiative and flexibility to respond to changing priorities.
4. Demonstrated sound computer literacy skills and use of software applications, records and business systems relevant to
the organisation.
5. Demonstrated work ethic and resilient attitude which emulates PGTs values of professionalism, accountability, honesty,
respectfulness and innovation.
Desirable
1. An understanding of guardianship, financial and estate administration or ability to obtain.
Further information
The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not
exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. Applicants are required to have a current
driver’s licence.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Administration Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Darwin offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.