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 with flexible work arrangements
- Salary ranges from $99,938 to $110,271 pa. plus superannuation and annual leave loading
About the role
The Administration Officer provides a broad range of high-level administrative services to the Director, Community Languages and International Programs to ensure that the delivery of key priorities and business operations are supported in a targeted, timely and effective manner.
Key accountabilities
- Provide executive and administrative support to the Director and leadership team across a range of business functions.
- Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence and documents using Microsoft Office to support executive decision-making.
- Coordinate records, files and corporate databases, including HPE Content Manager and EWMS, to maintain accurate information and meet deadlines.
- Manage travel bookings, SAP purchasing and administrative processes to support efficient business operations.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and provide timely advice and administrative support across the directorate.
- Monitor work priorities, maintain accurate records, and provide regular updates to the Director on key tasks and emerging issues.
For further information please click here to view the role description
About you
- Manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships and deliver professional, customer-focused support.
- Adapt to changing priorities, policies and business requirements with sound judgement.
- Communicate clearly, manage expectations and provide accurate advice across a range of enquiries.
- 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 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 and respond to the following targeted questions.
- Think about a time when you were required to work on multiple concurrent and competing tasks. How did you plan and organise your work to ensure all goals were achieved?
- Provide an example of how you have used technology in a previous role to make complex tasks more manageable.
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) with the NSW Department of Education,
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). Visit the 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: Tuesday, 21st July 2026 at 11:59 PM
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 (
[email protected]) 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.
