Administration Assistant

Administration Assistant - NSW Department of Communities and Justice

This role is for an Administration Assistant within Sydney Metro Community Corrections, Corrective Services NSW. A talent pool is being created for future ongoing and temporary roles within the Sydney Metropolitan area and will be valid for up to 18 months. This position offers a salary of $75,728 - $82,329 per annum, plus superannuation and leave loading (Clerk Grade 1/2).

Potential office locations include Bankstown, Blacktown, Burwood, Campbelltown, City (Darlinghurst), Fairfield, Hornsby, Leichhardt, Liverpool, Long Bay, Mount Druitt, Parklea, Parramatta, Penrith, Silverwater, St Leonards, Sutherland, and Windsor.

Your Role as an Administration Assistant

As an Administration Assistant, you will provide crucial administrative and reception services to both internal and external clients, supporting the delivery of quality services for the organisation. Your responsibilities will include a diverse range of administrative support tasks relating to the business, such as managing non-complex client matters, word processing, data entry, preparing correspondence, taking minutes, maintaining electronic and physical file records, and assisting with meetings and events.

Key Responsibilities

• Collate information to support the development of accurate documentation and reports, including those related to assets.
• Update records and databases, ensuring compliance with records management processes for accuracy, correct storage, and accessibility of information.

What We’re Looking For

To excel in this role, you will consistently demonstrate integrity and be a dedicated team player with outstanding communication and organisational skills. Maintaining confidentiality is paramount, and you will leverage your proven experience to effectively meet the demands of this fast-paced position. Essential attributes include resilience, initiative, high attention to detail and accuracy, along with the ability to perform well under pressure. Corrective Services NSW offers numerous training and promotional opportunities for career growth. If you enjoy administrative work, supporting team members, and liaising with multiple stakeholders, this role will be a great fit for you.

What We Offer

Working with the NSW Department of Communities and Justice provides a variety of benefits:

• A challenging and rewarding career.
• Flexible, autonomous work environment.
• Competitive pay and conditions.
• Extensive training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
• Access to Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Why Work for Corrective Services NSW?

At Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW), you will have opportunities to make a tangible difference. We collaborate with government and non-government justice and human services agencies to support victims, facilitate restorative justice, and promote reintegration. Our focus is on breaking cycles of disadvantage, making this work truly impactful. Join Australia’s top public sector employer where you will be supported in an exciting and flexible working environment.

Application Process

To apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role, along with an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages). The application closing date is 09 March 2026 at 11:00pm AEST.

For more information about the role or working for DCJ, contact Louise Andrea on 0439454057 or at Louise.Andrea@correctiveservices.nsw.gov.au. For application queries or recruitment adjustments, contact Faith Timothy on 0497 142 953 or via faith.timothy@dcj.nsw.gov.au.

Inclusion and Diversity

The NSW Department of Communities and Justice is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. They welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups. They encourage applicants to apply even if they don't meet every desired requirement, as long as they meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with them.

Key skills/competency

• Administrative Support
• Reception Services
• Data Entry
• Records Management
• Word Processing
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Communication Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Confidentiality
• Teamwork