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Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Development Work unit Web Design and Support
Job title Frontend Design Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 05/03/2027
Salary $90,946 - $95,468 Location Darwin
Position number 39968 RTF 342367 Closing 02/03/2026
Contact officer Roy Galet, Manager on 08 8999 6162 or roy.galet@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=342367
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 specialist advice and practical front-end solutions to support client agencies to create and maintain a high-quality NT
Government (NTG) online presence that meets accessibility and usability best practices.
Context statement
The Web Design and Support branch provides centralised support to create and maintain a high-quality online presence (nt.gov.au
and agency corporate sites and ntgcentral.nt.gov.au) that meets national and industry standards, ensures effective Government
communication and delivers a superior user experience.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide sound technical advice and frontend solutions to client agencies to ensure a high-quality NTG online presence.
2. Develop and maintain front-end web solutions, producing reusable, maintainable and well-documented code that meets
usability, accessibility, security and performance standards.
3. Build and maintain collaborative stakeholder relationships that create a high level of mutual trust and respect.
4. Manage priorities to deliver high-quality outcomes on schedule, keeping stakeholders informed of progress.
5. Apply and monitor web standards, quality frameworks and protocols to ensure a consistent, professional and contemporary
approach across government websites.
6. Identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to the development of policies, procedures and guidelines.
7. Actively participate as a member of the Web Design and Support branch, providing innovative solutions and working in a
collaborative manner to ensure alignment with other work unit activities.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Knowledge of and experience in web-based products and front-end coding languages (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) in developing
maintainable, reusable and well‑documented code that prioritises accessibility, security and reliability.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary web technologies, industry standards and frameworks, with an ability to effectively
apply in a website environment.
3. Well-developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain collaborative working
relationships with clients, stakeholders, service providers and team members.
4. Strong organisational and time‑management skills to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes on
schedule.
5. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated capacity to apply initiative and flexibility and proven ability to
effectively communicate technical advice to non-technical audiences.
6. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of commitment to service, ethical practice, respect,
accountability, impartiality, diversity and innovation.
Desirable
Qualifications in relevant discipline e.g. information technology, web development or similar.
Familiarity with front-end development frameworks, design systems, modern development tools and coding agents (e.g. GitHub).
Knowledge or experience with administering web content management systems (e.g. Squiz Matrix, Drupal).
Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal
history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.
Job description
Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Development Work unit Web Design and Support
Job title Frontend Design Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 05/03/2027
Salary $90,946 - $95,468 Location Darwin
Position number 39968 RTF 342367 Closing 02/03/2026
Contact officer Roy Galet, Manager on 08 8999 6162 or roy.galet@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=342367
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 specialist advice and practical front-end solutions to support client agencies to create and maintain a high-quality NT
Government (NTG) online presence that meets accessibility and usability best practices.
Context statement
The Web Design and Support branch provides centralised support to create and maintain a high-quality online presence (nt.gov.au
and agency corporate sites and ntgcentral.nt.gov.au) that meets national and industry standards, ensures effective Government
communication and delivers a superior user experience.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide sound technical advice and frontend solutions to client agencies to ensure a high-quality NTG online presence.
2. Develop and maintain front-end web solutions, producing reusable, maintainable and well-documented code that meets
usability, accessibility, security and performance standards.
3. Build and maintain collaborative stakeholder relationships that create a high level of mutual trust and respect.
4. Manage priorities to deliver high-quality outcomes on schedule, keeping stakeholders informed of progress.
5. Apply and monitor web standards, quality frameworks and protocols to ensure a consistent, professional and contemporary
approach across government websites.
6. Identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to the development of policies, procedures and guidelines.
7. Actively participate as a member of the Web Design and Support branch, providing innovative solutions and working in a
collaborative manner to ensure alignment with other work unit activities.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Knowledge of and experience in web-based products and front-end coding languages (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) in developing
maintainable, reusable and well‑documented code that prioritises accessibility, security and reliability.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary web technologies, industry standards and frameworks, with an ability to effectively
apply in a website environment.
3. Well-developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain collaborative working
relationships with clients, stakeholders, service providers and team members.
4. Strong organisational and time‑management skills to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes on
schedule.
5. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated capacity to apply initiative and flexibility and proven ability to
effectively communicate technical advice to non-technical audiences.
6. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of commitment to service, ethical practice, respect,
accountability, impartiality, diversity and innovation.
Desirable
Qualifications in relevant discipline e.g. information technology, web development or similar.
Familiarity with front-end development frameworks, design systems, modern development tools and coding agents (e.g. GitHub).
Knowledge or experience with administering web content management systems (e.g. Squiz Matrix, Drupal).
Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal
history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.
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