Administrative Officers x4-00009Q0O
Administrative Officers
NSW Education Standards Authority (‘NESA’) was formally established on 1 January 2017 to improve quality teaching and student learning across all schools and school sectors. It is responsible for the curriculum, assessment, teacher accreditation and regulatory standards in NSW schools, and accreditation of early childhood teachers.
We have an opportunity for 4x Administrative Officers to be part of NESA’s Regulation of Schooling, Home Schooling Unit to provide administrative support to enable the efficient operation of the Home Schooling Unit, including planning and implementing NESA’s home schooling regulatory program in accordance with relevant legislation and government, NESA and Executive objectives and records management policies and procedures.
To be successful in the role:
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate your immediate proficiency in the focus capabilities as highlighted in the Role Description. All the capabilities listed in the role description will be assessed at different stages of the recruitment process.
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Applying for the role:
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website, via .
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (1 page maximum) and an up-to-date resume (5 page maximum) that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please note: Do not attach any certificates or qualifications at this time.
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A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Diverse workforces are more innovative, productive and increase the delivery of high-quality services. NESA is committed to a workplace culture that is respectful and inclusive, valuing the diverse perspectives that our people bring from their homes and communities. We encourage applications from women and people with diverse cultural and personal backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, refugees, people with disability, LGBTQI+ people and other diversity groups.
Location: 117 Clarence Street, Sydney
Work type:Ongoing Full time
Classification Clerk Grade 3/4
Closing date:13 July 2023
Total Remuneration: $75,970 - $83,187 (plus superannuation and leave loading)
Contact: Verosha Singh
Phone:02 9367 8801
Location
Sydney Region-Sydney City
Work Type
Full-time
Number of Positions
4Total Remuneration Package:$75,970 – $83,187 (plus superannuation and leave loading)ContactVerosha Singh-02 9367 8801
Closing Date
13-Jul-2023, 9:59:00 AM
Job Category
Education and/or training
Organisation
NSW Education Standards AuthorityKey Application Responses
Pre-screening questions:
You must also address each of the following Target Questions with concrete examples (300 word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application.
We are looking for you to demonstrate your competence in the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description in your answer, so please develop your response with this in mind.
Note: The selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Briefly describe the context of the situation(s), the actions that you took, the outcome of your efforts and what you learned from the experience.
Q1: Share an example of a time when you effectively handled multiple tasks simultaneously whilst working under pressure in peak periods. How did you prioritise your workload and ensure timely completion? Describe any strategies or systems you used to stay organised, ensured a high attention to detail and accuracy in your work. How did your ability to manage multiple tasks contribute to overall success?
Q2: The successful applicant will have the ability to provide efficient customer-oriented support to internal and external customers. Give an example/s of when you have provided efficient and effective customer service to a difficult customer / or a difficult enquiry outside of your knowledge/ training. What did you do, who did you reach out to for advice and what was the outcome?