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* 1 x Ongoing, Full time (Custodial Support Team – St Marys)
* 1 x Ongoing, Full time (Court Logistics, Classification &, Security - Parramatta)
* Clerk Grade 3/4 Salary ($82,193 - $90,001 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Administration Officers,
Youth Justice
* 1 x Ongoing, Full time (Custodial Support Team – St Marys)
* 1 x Ongoing, Full time (Court Logistics, Classification &, Security - Parramatta)
* Location: Parramatta & St Marys
* Clerk Grade 3/4 Salary ($82,193 - $90,001 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
This is a targeted recruitment.
While all applicants are welcome, preference will be given to candidates who meet the established standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander descent. This is because the Department acknowledges this lived experience contributes a perspective valuable to our work with this community.
Your role
Administration Officer - Custodial Support Team
You'll work as part of a hybrid team to provide administrative support across a diverse range of projects which impact on custodial operations across Youth Justice centres.
Administration Officer - Court Logistics, Classification &, Security
You'll work as part of a team based at Cobham Youth Justice Centre to provide administrative support for the specialist team responsible for the logistical and security and intelligence functions of Youth Justice.
What You'll Do
* Provide high level clerical and administrative support and services to internal and external clients.
* Track and manage incoming and outgoing correspondence for the unit and determine action or referral in accordance with office procedure.
* Monitor and maintain store supplies and equipment.
* Co-ordinate and update the manager's diary and other commitments, including arranging travel, meetings, catering and other hospitality arrangements and other office functions as required.
* Maintain the unit's records, systems and databases, record data and file to ensure that all documentation is securely stored and readily accessed.
* Provide word-processing and data entry services and draft correspondence, such as, letters, memoranda, agenda, minutes, briefing notes and related documentation on behalf of the manager and unit, in line with departmental approved style guidelines including retrieving and collating complex documents and information.
* Undertake projects and research.
* Communicate with staff and clients including responding to and screening telephone and/or counter enquiries to provide a timely and effective information and referral service.
* Interpret and comply with work procedures, practices, policy and standards
What We're Looking For
* Current NSW Working with Children Check clearance
Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:
* National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to 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 the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. 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
Are you ready to join us?
Requirements
Click apply. You will need to attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum five pages) and a cover letter (maximum three pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role and answer the two targeted questions below:
* Describe a situation where you were explaining technical information, and the other person didn't understand. How did you handle that and what was the result?
* Tell us about a time where you have taken responsibility for an error or mistake, what did you do and what was the outcome?
Applications close Sunday 20 July 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST.
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Di Polley on 02 9833 6532 or via diane.polley@dcj.nsw.gov.au
If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Lisa Smith on 0456 199 105 or via lisa.smith3@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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