Administrative Officer at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative services, Stakeholder liaison, Correspondence management, Record keeping, Corporate systems, Secretariat support, Medals and Awards management, Events management, Written communication, Interpersonal skills, Organisational skills, Time management, Multitasking, Customer service

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Clerk Grade 5/6 Temporary Full-Time up to 7 months commencing from 30 June 2026 Sydney Olympic Park About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for an Administrative Officer to be part of our Executive Support Unit, People & Capability Command. The Administrative Officer provides a broad range of administrative services and leverages extensive command/business unit knowledge to support the business area’s program of work and facilitate the delivery of business operations The Executive Support Unit provides a range of high-level executive, secretariat and project support services to the Assistant Commissioner, People & Capability Command, based in Sydney Olympic Park. In the role, the successful candidate will liaise with key stakeholders, at all ranks, across the organisation. Responsibilities range from, but not limited to, the review, management and preparation of all correspondence and communications on behalf of the Commander, ensuring it is accurate and meets deadlines. Quality assuring incoming correspondence and maintaining accurate record keeping using corporate systems. Providing secretariat support to the Commanders meetings. Managing Medals and Awards recognition for the Command and involvement in events management. People with the following skills are highly encouraged to apply: Ability to collate and communicate information clearly and concisely in the written form Ability to engage stakeholders, work collaboratively and make confident decisions Strong organisational and time management skills Be able to multitask and manage competing priorities Have strong customer service values that are demonstrated through their work practices View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role) What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: competitive salary; flexible work options; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; convenient location for public transport and to shops etc. How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Target Question 1: The successful candidate will thrive on working in a high-volume environment and have the ability to respond in writing to a variety of difficult and complex inquiries in a professional manner with sensitivity and discretion. Sound written communication and interpersonal skills are essential in this role. Using your relevant experience, outline how you meet the requirements for the role. Target Question 2: Please provide an example of when you have responded to changing circumstances/changing priorities and how you adapted to ensure key priorities were met – and what was the outcome? Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Gale Yeung via 0475 770 547. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force. Our commitment to Diversity At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages. We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you: Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

The Administrative Officer provides a broad range of administrative services, leveraging business unit knowledge to support the program of work and facilitate business operations within the Executive Support Unit. Key duties include managing and preparing all correspondence on behalf of the Commander, quality assuring incoming communications, maintaining records, providing secretariat support for meetings, and managing Medals and Awards recognition.