Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE657900
This is a permanent full-time position commencing January 2021
Pilbara Education Regional Office is seeking to recruit a highly organised and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Administration Assistant, providing administrative support to the Pilbara Regional Office.
As the administrative assistant you will provide administrative and operational assistance. A key aspect of this role will be responsibility for the financial processes of the regional office. Your responsibilities will also include processing program communications and reporting, preparing reports and promotional material, as well as operational administration. The successful applicant will work effectively in a team environment to ensure appropriate information and support is provided, including the research and analysis of data and information.
Education regional offices provide information on local public school options, special programs and services such as school psychology, behaviour centres, home education and reportingstudents not attending school.
This position may require some travel to schools and other sites within the Pilbara Education Region
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our branch for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- Well developed knowledge and experience in administrative and clerical functions.
- Well developed keyboarding and computer skills including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing
- Organisational skills with the ability to use initiative and work independently and as part of a team
- Well developed verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with officers at all levels
- Knowledge of and experience in account payments and monitoring expenditure for a work unit
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position. The business needs of the branch may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further job related information:
Please contact James Gorham, Engagement and Transition Manager, by telephoning (08) 9185 0111 or emailing James.Gorham@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance before commencing employment
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 7 December 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED