Premier's Department

Administrative Support Officer (Targeted)

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Join a dynamic and purpose-driven team supporting the Office of the Registrar, Aboriginal Land Rights Act (ORALRA)
• Support in maintaining the Register of Aboriginal Land Claims and the Register of Aboriginal Owners
• Ongoing, Clerk 3/4 opportunity based in Parramatta

About the Role
We're looking for someone who brings a natural warmth to their interactions. You'll be confident engaging with people from all walks of life, bring a high level of professionalism and discretion, and can solve problems calmly and effectively. Your attention to detail, initiative and reliability will make you an integral part of the team in ensuring accuracy of data and information.

About the team
ORALRA supports the Registrar in key functions under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 (NSW), including managing land claims, maintaining registers, approving Land Council rules, issuing compliance directions, and resolving disputes. ORALRA also works with Aboriginal Affairs NSW, the NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC), and other agencies on ALRA development and reform. Learn more at https://www.oralra.nsw.gov.au/

We're Looking For

• Administrative and Organisational Skills: Demonstrated strong organisational abilities managing competing priorities and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Confidence in communicating sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Adaptability and Problem Solving: Demonstrated experience in resolving issues in a dynamic and unpredictable environment that is fast paced with varied tasks.
• Teamwork and Reliability: Experience working in a collaborative and supportive team utilising discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Meticulous attention to detail: Experience ensure the integrity, reliability, accuracy of data and data systems.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply - Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• Response to the two following questions (maximum 2 pages)

1. This position requires the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with, and understand issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Can you provide examples of you demonstrating this ability?
2. This position requires attention to detail; can you tell me about what this means to you, and provide examples of your experience?

Salary: Classification Grade 3/4. Package includes base salary ($84,659- $92,701) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Jock Duncan, Manager ORALRA, [email protected]

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role and greater consideration will be given to their applications, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must confirm their Aboriginality in addition to the essential requirements of the role.

About the Premier's Department - Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities. The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.