Position No: DBCA3155260
Salary/Level: Level 1 or 2, $65,728 - $74,951 or $76,912 - $82,464 p.a. plus Superannuation
Tenure: 12 months, Full-time (with the possibility of extension or permanency)
Location: Exmouth, Western Australia
Exmouth is one of the few areas in Australia that can boast the Reef to Range experience. Adjacent the Cape Range National Park, the diving and snorkelling paradise of Ningaloo Marine Park attracts thousands of tourists every year.
We currently have an opportunity for a Clerical Officer (Level 1) or Administration Assistant (Level 2) to join our team.
Under the immediate direction of the Finance and Administration Coordinator, this position:
* Provides a record management function, general administration, and clerical support to district staff as required (Level 1) or provides financial, administrative, and logistical support to the District Manager and senior staff as required (Level 2).
* Provides front counter, visitor information, and telephone reception services for the district office.
* Demonstrates a supportive attitude towards the district's Joint Management arrangements and the aspirations of the Traditional Owners.
At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
* A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check
* A current Western Australian "C" class drivers licence.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
* A written response addressing the four (4) requested criteria below (in no more than four (4) pages).
* A current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
Selection Criteria
1. Experience in dealing with internal and external enquiries with a customer service focus and at Level 2 experience in financial management, budgeting and wages preparation, with an ability to supervise and mentor junior staff.
2. Knowledge of office procedures and administration including records management and general clerical duties and at Level 2 knowledge of finance and administration practices, industrial awards, procurement and supply processes and procedures.
3. Demonstrated competency (Level 1) or experience (Level 2) in the use of and application of personal computers, including word processing and spreadsheet packages.
4. Evidence of good (Level 1) or well-developed (Level 2) interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and organisational abilities. Evidence of ability to work and contribute to a team environment, and support for Traditional Owner aspirations and joint management initiatives.
Please click "Apply" and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at where you can submit your application online.
For further information on the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit
For further job-related information, please contact Candice McCarrol on or
Closing date: Monday, 16 February 2026 at 12 noon AWST (3pm AEDT). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.