Closes: 14 January 2026
Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 5
Salary: $95,722 - $100,956 plus superannuation
Position No: 36258
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 22 December 2025
Contact Officer: Rosie Cooney on or
Details: This position will work collaboratively with the ONC Program Support Officer (who is focused on operational matters and finance).
The key duties and responsibilities of the Business Support Officer are to:
* Contribute to the efficient running of the branch to meet business objectives and ensure matters are attended to in a timely, transparent and coordinated manner, through:
* managing, coordinating and tracking key branch deliverables including the assignment and implementation of external business tasks into ONC, including government, Ministerial and directorate functions;
* coordinating and tracking the assignment and implementation of review and approval functions within the branch;
* liaising with colleagues across ONC and across government to ensure appropriate consultation;
* liaising effectively with key internal and external stakeholders to address business delivery issues;
* supporting the Branch Leadership Team and Team Leaders Team regarding government business processes and procedures.
* Provide administrative support on procurement and recruitment; arrangement and scheduling of meetings; and travel and accommodation arrangement;
* Provide secretariat and logistical support for conferences, functions, committees and meetings including venue organization and catering; assisting in preparation and circulation of agendas and papers; taking minutes and tracking action items; and facilitating the preparation of reports and papers;
* Manage and maintain office systems relevant to smooth branch functioning and identify areas where improvements can be made;
* Other general responsibilities include to:
* understand and work within the ACTPS Code of Conduct and ACTPS values of respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation, and model behaviour consistent with the ACTPS Respect Equity and Diversity framework
* work within an Activity Based Working Environment
* organise, handle and appropriately store documents and files including sensitive matters and files in accordance with records management policies
* maintain records in accordance with the Territory Records Act 2002.
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 and/or other requirements:
Mandatory:
* Experience in administration in a busy, challenging business environment
* Demonstrated experience and skills in Microsoft Office software.
Highly Desirable:
* Experience in the ACT or other government agency.
* Knowledge of the work undertaken by Environment, Heritage and Parks.
Notes: This is a temporary position available until 30 June 2026. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position is an activity-based work/hybrid arrangement, with two days per week (Monday and Wednesday) to be worked from the physical location of 480 Northbourne Ave, Dickson.
How to Apply: Please provide up to four pages addressing the following Selection Criteria below.
* Strong organisational skills, including capacity to manage several, diverse tasks under pressure with a strong focus on timeliness and accuracy; ability to monitor workflow and set priorities; and ability to coordinate input from multiple areas.
* Strong, detail-oriented communication skills that can be applied across a diverse range of stakeholders.
Knowledge
* Knowledge and good understanding of Administrative and Government processes.
* Knowledge and good understanding of contemporary communication (MS Teams, Webex) and document management (e.g. Objective) systems.
Behaviour
* Proven ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a positive team culture and demonstrate a willingness to uphold the ACT Government Signature Values and Behaviours.
* Demonstrated ability to consistently display commitment to the implementation of the principles of workplace diversity, participative work practices, workplace health and safety, and compliance with the requirements of the Territory Records Act.
Applications should be submitted .
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.
City and Environment
City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.
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Note
This is a temporary position available until 30 June 2026.