Administration Officer

About this role

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature. THIS IS A FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (UNTIL 31 MAY 2027 WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY) THIS POSITION IS BASED IN GERALDTON APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 25 AUGUST 2026 The Midwest Region extends along the coast from Lancelin in the south to north of Carnarvon then inland past Meekatharra. The regional headquarters is in Geraldton. District offices are located at Geraldton, Jurien Bay and Denham, with District work centres at Monkey Mia, Burringurrah, Yulga Jinna, Gascoyne Junction, Kalbarri, Thundelarra, Cue, Cervantes and the Pinnacles. The lands and waters we manage with our Traditional Owner partners are varied and beautiful, from coastal cliffs, dunes and heath to rich marine communities to outback ranges and vast scrublands.

We currently have an opportunity for an Administration Officer to join our team.

Under immediate direction of the Regional Business Manager, this position: • Provides high quality customer service to internal and external clients and visitors.

• Provides financial and records management support and advice to the Midwest Region.

• Maintains office systems, procedures, and filing and assists staff in administrative matters.

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. Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total. • Experience in office procedures, records management including electronic records management, and secretarial and administrative functions.

• Experience in financial administration including payroll systems, processing and paying accounts, accounts receivable and banking.

• Experience in the use of and application of personal computers, including word processing, excel spreadsheets and access databases with a preference for someone with experience using SharePoint.

• Evidence of well-developed oral and written communication, interpersonal, team participation, organisational and problem-solving skills. About Us DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills. For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website . Benefits of working with us In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including: • Flexible working arrangements. • 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options. • 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December. • District Allowance. • 3 days additional public sector holidays each year. • Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. • Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave. • A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services. • An annual National Park Entry Pass. • Well-established learning and development programs.

How to apply: All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a: • a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages. • current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

For further job-related information: contact Tracey Williamson on 0474 331 083 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/ . We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted. 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.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request. Eligibility: It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status or a valid working visa to be appointed to this role. A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field. Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au during the advertising period. Substantive Equality Statement DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements. Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64. Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.