Administration Assistant Clerk Grade 1/2
NSW Department of Communities and Justice
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Job Description
Administration Assistant Clerk Grade 1/2
Sydney Metro Community Corrections, Corrective Services NSW
Locations: Bankstown, Blacktown, Burwood, Campbelltown, City (Darlinghurst), Fairfield, Hornsby, Leichhardt, Liverpool, Long Bay, Mount Druitt, Parklea, Parramatta, Penrith, Silverwater, St Leonards, Sutherland, and Windsor
Employment type: Talent Pool Creation - A talent pool will be created for future ongoing and temporary roles within Sydney Metropolitan area and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Salary: $75,728 - $82,329 pa, plus super and leave loading (Clerk Grade 1/2)
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Your Role
As an Administration Assistant Clerk Grade 1/2, you will perform administrative and reception services to internal and external clients to support the delivery of quality services for the organisation. You will also undertake a range of administrative support services relating to the business, including non-complex client matters, word processing, data entry, preparing correspondence, taking minutes, maintaining electronic and file records and support with meetings and events.
What You’ll Do
- Ability to collate information to support the development of accurate documentation and reports, including in relation to assets.
- Ability to update records and databases, complying with records management processes to ensure information is accurate and is stored correctly and accessibly.
- Applicants with previous administration experience and ability to demonstrate a high level of computer skills including Microsoft Office suite as well as competency in applications such as record management systems is desirable.
- The ability to learn and grow in the role will be important in terms of understanding the role.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful for this role, you will always display integrity and be a true team player with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will always maintain confidentiality whilst utilising your proven experience to meet the demands of this role effectively. Resilience, initiative, high attention to detail and accuracy along with the ability to work under pressure are the key attributes to succeed in this fast-paced role. CSNSW offer many training opportunities and promotional opportunities can be available. If you enjoy administrative work, supporting team members and liaising across multiple stakeholders then this work will interest you!
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:
- A challenging and rewarding career
- Flexible, autonomous work environment
- Competitive pay and conditions
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
- Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
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We Do Work That Really Matters
Working for Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW) provides opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with government and non-government justice and human services agencies to support victims, facilitate restorative justice, and promote reintegration. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.
Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Key skills/competency
- Administrative Support
- Reception Services
- Data Entry
- Record Management
- Word Processing
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Confidentiality
How to Get Hired at NSW Department of Communities and Justice
- Research NSW Department of Communities and Justice's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to align your application with their commitment to inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity.
- Tailor your resume for an Administration Assistant Clerk Grade 1/2 role: Customize your resume to highlight administrative experience, computer proficiency (especially Microsoft Office and record management systems), organizational skills, and attention to detail. Use keywords from the job description for SEO optimization.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Write a targeted cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills and experience directly meet the role's requirements, demonstrating your ability to perform administrative support, handle data entry, and manage records effectively for NSW Department of Communities and Justice.
- Prepare for a values-based interview: Anticipate questions about your integrity, teamwork, communication, and resilience. Showcase examples of how you've maintained confidentiality, worked under pressure, and supported colleagues in previous administrative roles at NSW Department of Communities and Justice.
- Network within Corrective Services NSW: Connect with current or former employees on LinkedIn to gain insights into the agency's operations and culture. Mention any relevant connections in your application, where appropriate, to demonstrate proactive engagement with NSW Department of Communities and Justice.
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