HR Officer, SSHR Bathurst at NSW Government School Performance North

Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

92701.0

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

End-To-End Payroll Processes, Tax Regulations, Superannuation, Awards, Entitlements, Payroll Systems, Software, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Attention To Detail, Customer Focused, Team Player, Data Processing, Reporting, Continuous Improvement, Confidentiality

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. Multiple Ongoing Full-time roles Multiple Temporary Full-Time until 30 December 2026 Location: Bathurst (Onsite) with flexible working arrangements available Salary Clerk Grade 3/4 with base salary ranging from $84,659 to $92,701 per annum, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading About the role The HR Officer is responsible for the accurate and efficient delivery of HR transactional services, ensuring the highest standards of data integrity and confidentiality. This role supports informed decision-making by providing comprehensive reporting and utilizing advanced technology to drive continuous improvement. The roles are based in our Ed Connect, Shared Services HR team. The successful candidates will be required to attend the office full-time for the first three months for training requirements. After that period, an option to work 40% from home. Start and finish times range from 7:30am to 6pm as per the flexible work policy. About the role: Deliver HR transactional services that support the functional area's operations Accurately process pay, leave, service history and debt recoveries which includes the onboarding and separation of employees Provide clear and accurate advice to internal customers to resolve enquiries in a timely manner about tax regulations, superannuation, awards and entitlements Escalate complex issues when necessary Maintain accurate records, data processing and reporting in compliance with established operating systems Maintain confidentiality with employee matters and adherence to departmental governance policies, and security protocols. Utilise records and data management systems to analyse data, preparing reports that offer insights and recommendations to support management decision-making. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives For further information please click here to view the role description About you: Demonstrated experience of end-to-end payroll processes, including tax regulations, superannuation, awards and entitlements. Be familiar with payroll systems and software used for high-volume payroll processing such as SAP, Trim and MS Office Be a self-starter with strong communication skills Problem solver with great attention to detail Customer focused and a team player Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people. Essential requirements of the role Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education. Benefits 35 hour working week Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth How to apply Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role. Please also answer the targeted question below: How have you managed workloads with competing deadlines whilst ensuring accuracy? (300 – 400 words max) Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application. If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application. All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check. As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid. Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. Closing date: 6 October 2025 at 11:59pm. For role enquiries please contact jenna.watt2@det.nsw.edu.au For recruitment process enquiries, please contact sonia.buidan@det.nsw.edu.au We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (youbelong@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion. A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

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Responsibilities

The HR Officer is responsible for the accurate and efficient delivery of HR transactional services, ensuring high standards of data integrity and confidentiality. This role supports informed decision-making by providing comprehensive reporting and utilizing advanced technology to drive continuous improvement.