Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 3
Salary: $78,755 - $84,284 plus superannuation
Position No: 00917
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 03 July 2026
Contact Officer: Jack Ollerhead on [email protected] or (02)6205 2006
Details: Birrigai Outdoor School is seeking an enthusiastic and professional individual with strong interpersonal and time management skills to join our administration team. The successful applicant will work closely with the Finance Officer, Business Manager and Principal, providing high‑quality front‑of‑house services and administrative support to students, families, staff, visitors and external clients. Working under general direction, the role supports the smooth operation of bookings, site logistics, communication, and daily administrative processes.
In a fast paced and sometimes unpredictable environment, this position requires strong customer service skills, the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, and a positive, proactive approach to supporting Birrigai’s programs and operations.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other requirements:
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra
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Drivers Licence (C-class) is mandatory with requirement to facilitate own travel to site.
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Current First Aid Qualification or ability to gain the qualification prior to commencement.
Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until 06 April 2027, with the possibility of permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: Please submit a response of no more than two-pages addressing the seven Selection Criteria within the attached Position Description, alongside your current curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees. For further information, please contact the school prior to submitting your application.
Applications should be submitted .
Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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This is a temporary position available immediately until 06 April 2027, with the possibility of permanency.
