Full Time Fixed Term contract (to 30 June 2026)

Salary commensurate with experience $55,774 to $61,147 pa plus superannuation

Attractive employee benefits including salary packaging

Generous leave provisions of 5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading

2 weeks additional paid leave for end of year closure

Access to additional paid leave for health and well-being

If eligible regional allowances available

Aboriginality is a genuine qualification for this position as per section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 1984 (WA)

About the role

We have an excellent opportunity for an administration professional to join our team at the Aboriginal Legal Service of Western Australia (ALSWA).

As the Admin Support Assistant, you will need to have highly developed communication skills, be well organised, self-motivated, have a demonstrated ability to be responsible to ensure the smooth operation of Client services and above all, be punctual and committed to the role.

A sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, society and the issues affecting Aboriginal people is required.

As the successful applicant your duties will include:

Attendance at the office by 8:30am is a requirement of the position.

Answer all incoming telephone calls and obtain adequate information to re-direct calls to appropriate section.

Receive clients and general public and ascertain details in relation to their attendance in order to direct them to the appropriate unit.

Attend to incoming/outgoing facsimiles including recording the details in appropriate databases and advise relevant staff of their receipt.

Maintain journals of incoming documents and videos.

Arrange for urgent documents to be collected and delivered by courier services when required.

Data Entry when requested.

About you

To be considered for interview you will need to demonstrate the following experience:

Experience in receptionist duties and file management.

Ability and commitment to working independently or as part of a team. (values people, partnership and teamwork).

Highly developed communications skills, both written and verbal.

Experience in the use of Microsoft Windows applications.

Organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

About our benefits

If eligible, this position attracts District Allowance, Rent Allowance and Air Conditioning Allowance.

We have a friendly, caring and diverse work environment. We offer attractive employment benefits including salary packaging (making part of your salary tax-free), free counselling services to employees and immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

We also provide 5 weeks annual leave per year plus leave loading, 2 weeks additional paid leave for end of year closure, and access to additional paid leave for health and well-being.

About us

ALSWA is a not-for-profit independent government funded organisation working to provide high quality legal representation, supports and assistance to the Aboriginal community in WA.

ALSWA has 11 offices across regional WA and provides legal assistance in criminal, civil, human rights and family law, engages in law and policy reform and community legal education activities and provides services which support clients in the areas of youth diversion, bail support, unpaid fines and the Custody Notification Service.

We live our values of caring, sharing and respect.

How to apply

To submit your application, please click the ‘Apply’ button or alternatively send your application to [email protected] Your application must include a cover letter outlining what strengths you could bring to the role and your resume. Selection criteria is not required. Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity in further detail please contact Human Resources on (08) 9265 6666 or email [email protected]. All applications will be treated in confidence.

Aboriginality is a genuine qualification for this position as per section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 1984 (WA)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Wednesday 11 June 2025

For full position details, roles and responsibilities please visit the employment section of www.als.org.au.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. ALSWA strongly encourages applications from Indigenous Australians. We also encourage applications from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. We provide an environment that values diversity and supports all staff to reach their full potential.