Job description
Agency Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority Work unit Client Services
Job title Assistant Registrar Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $77,344 - $88,179 Location Darwin
Position number 17826 RTF 345950 Closing 24/03/2026
Contact officer Ros Harrison, Manager on 08 8999 4362 or
About the agency http://www.aapant.org.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=345950
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or
job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go
to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go
to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
To protect Aboriginal sacred sites by managing and assisting with investigation compliance and education activities, liaising with
custodians and stakeholders, and providing information in accordance with the Northern Territory Aboriginal Sacred Sites Act 1989
(NTASSA).
Context statement
The Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority is an independent statutory Authority established by the Northern Territory Aboriginal
Sacred Sites Act designed to effect a practical balance between the recognised need to preserve and enhance Aboriginal cultural
tradition in relation to certain land in the Territory and the aspirations of Aboriginal and all other peoples of the Territory for their
economic, cultural and social advancement by providing advice for the protection of sacred sites in the context of development.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Efficiently interpret and process applications for Authority Certificates including cost estimates; and Inspections of the Register
in accordance with the NTASSA.
2. Assist in maintaining the Public Register, including through database integrity audits, in accordance with the NTASSA.
3. Process requests to view the Authority's records in accordance with the Request for Information procedure including Chief
Executive Officer Decision Memos, liaising with clients and supervising the review of material.
4. Assist in the provision of customised mapping as part of replies to Requests for Information or notices in accordance with the
NTASSA.
5. Be the first point of contact for all enquiries relating to the application process for: Authority Certificates, Sacred Site
Registration, Inspection of the Register, Site Damage communication and all general enquiries relating to applications and
Authority processes.
6. Operate flexibly as a member of the Client Services Unit, undertaking projects and tasks as directed and responding to internal
and public inquires.
7. Provide training and support to staff and external stakeholders in processes, procedures and systems use.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience or ability to provide information or source relevant advice as required to respond to client enquires.
2. Well-developed oral and written communication skills, including an ability to communicate complex issues to a wide range of
clients in a clear and understandable way.
3. Demonstrated computer skills and database skills in order to navigate through a range of web-based databases and mapping
environments.
4. Well-developed administrative and organisational skills in order to work autonomously, in an environment with competing
timeframes and changing priorities.
5. Ability to relate to Aboriginal custodians with sensitivity and an understanding of their culture.
Desirable
1. Experience in the use of Google Earth or similar products or the ability to quickly attain skills.
2. Knowledge of the Northern Territory Aboriginal political context in which the NTASSA operates
Further information
The preferred or recommended applicant with be required to undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history check will not
exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position.