At the
NSW Department of Education
, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
Ongoing full-time employment
Based in Parramatta, requiring attendance at the base location two days per week, with one day per week at an alternative office.
Salary ranges from $
102,936 to $113,579 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading
About the role
The role provides a range of executive support and administrative services to facilitate the delivery of business operations and to support the Senior Executive/s achievement of organisational objectives.
Key accountabilities
Prioritise requests and manage the Executive's time, diary and competing demands.
Coordinate appointments, travel, meetings, records and correspondence.
Prepare briefs, agendas, minutes, presentations and executive correspondence.
Gather and provide accurate information and reports to support decision-making.
Maintain effective systems, procedures and technology to support productive service delivery.
For further information please
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About you
Manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality support under pressure and tight deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality, discretion and professionalism at all times.
Communicate clearly and effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Build positive working relationships across different teams and levels.
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
Current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for paid employment.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the
value of public education
.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
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 growth opportunities
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.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently.
The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department's values and priorities.
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) member 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.
This is a child-related role.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment).
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website
for more information.
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: Thursday 10th September **** at 11:59 PM
For role enquiries, please contact Maria Abran at
******
We welcome applications of 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
(
******
) 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 over the next 18 months, including temporary term or ongoing roles.

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