Department of Communities and Justice
Reference number
Occupation
General Administration, Administration Officers
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
From AUD $84,659.00 to $92,701.00 per year
Closing date
24 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Aboriginal Administration Officer -
Aboriginal Strategic Coordination Unit (ASCU)
Youth Justice NSW
* Temporary full time, until September 2026
* Location: Parramatta / Hybrid working arrangements
* Clerk Grade 3/4, Salary ($84,659 - $92,701 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
This position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only.
Your role
This is an opportunity to join the Aboriginal Strategic Coordination Unit (ASCU) within Youth Justice NSW during a period of significant reform. The Aboriginal Administration Officer provides administrative and operational support to the unit, contributing to work aligned with Closing the Gap, Target 11 and the Priority Reforms.
The role supports culturally responsive practice and meaningful engagement with Aboriginal communities, supporting the unit to deliver on its strategic priorities.
What you'll do
* Provide a range of administrative and support services to facilitate the effective operation of the unit
* Manage records, routine correspondence, meetings and events to support team functions
* Collect, compile and prepare documentation in line with quality and organisational requirements
* Complete routine financial and purchasing transactions in accordance with agency standards and procedures
* Respond to enquiries, escalating and redirecting issues as required
* Update and maintain records and databases, ensuring accuracy and secure information storage
* Develop and maintain respectful relationships with Aboriginal communities and key stakeholders
What we're looking for
* NSW Working with Children Check clearance for paid employment.
In addition to the above essential requirement, the successful applicant will desirably possess
* Strong administrative and organisational skills
* Experience managing records, correspondence and documentation
* Ability to manage competing deadlines with minimal supervision
As an Identified role, this role is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia's First Nations people.
Where a position is identified, an applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and authorised by Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
There are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role as follows. Either will be accepted:
Confirmation of Aboriginality form
or
Written confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:
* is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
* identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
* is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
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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To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site Search for the job and click the 'Apply now' button.
For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people
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.
Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.
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?
Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) including two referees one of whom must be your current manager and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the below targeted question with a brief outline on how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role:
* Describe a situation where you were required to manage multiple administrative tasks simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. In your response, outline how you prioritised your workload, the strategies you used to manage competing deadlines, and how you addressed any challenges that arose. Please provide specific examples and describe the outcomes achieved.
Applications close Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 11:59pm (AEST)
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact
* Janice Raveneau on or (From 4th February 2026 to 15th February 202
* Sara Dootson on or via (From 16th February 2026 to 24th February 202
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 or via
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.
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