Job Description
The Role:
Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing of all Tasmanians
The Strategic and Business Support Unit provides whole-of-Public Health Services corporate, business and administrative, and strategy and governance support.
The Administration Support Officer reports through the Corporate and Operations stream, providing a wide range of administrative and executive support services to staff, management and clients of Public Health Services to support business activities and projects.
You will need:
Sound knowledge of basic accounting procedures, together with experience using financial information systems and investigating and resolving issues relating to financial transactions.
Knowledge of, and experience in, day to day office management activities within a contemporary office environment.
High level coordination skills with the ability to exercise initiative, judgement and discretion relating to working in a professional environment. Ability to troubleshoot and investigate issues and anomalies and proactively contribute to resolution and improvement activities.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
$73,811 to $7+,77+ per annum + our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2026
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.+5 per week per person, or $25.+5 for a family.
Eligibility:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Administration Support Officer.pdf
Administration Support Officer.docx
Application Guide:
Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2026.docx
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Kerrianne Taylor
Manager (Corporate and Operations), Strategic and Business Support
Phone number: (03) 6166 0635
Email address: [email protected]
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
Make It Tasmania Move for a great lifestyle
One Health Podcast - Spotify
One Health Podcast - Apple
Tasmanian Health Careers Tasmanian
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing of all Tasmanians
The Strategic and Business Support Unit provides whole-of-Public Health Services corporate, business and administrative, and strategy and governance support.
The Administration Support Officer reports through the Corporate and Operations stream, providing a wide range of administrative and executive support services to staff, management and clients of Public Health Services to support business activities and projects.
You will need:
Sound knowledge of basic accounting procedures, together with experience using financial information systems and investigating and resolving issues relating to financial transactions.
Knowledge of, and experience in, day to day office management activities within a contemporary office environment.
High level coordination skills with the ability to exercise initiative, judgement and discretion relating to working in a professional environment. Ability to troubleshoot and investigate issues and anomalies and proactively contribute to resolution and improvement activities.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
$73,811 to $7+,77+ per annum + our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2026
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.+5 per week per person, or $25.+5 for a family.
Eligibility:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Administration Support Officer.pdf
Administration Support Officer.docx
Application Guide:
Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2026.docx
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Kerrianne Taylor
Manager (Corporate and Operations), Strategic and Business Support
Phone number: (03) 6166 0635
Email address: [email protected]
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
Make It Tasmania Move for a great lifestyle
One Health Podcast - Spotify
One Health Podcast - Apple
Tasmanian Health Careers Tasmanian
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Administration Support Officer (531211) position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Adventure Bay 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.
