Updated 21 October 2026.
19 current roles. This week’s administration and business support roles cover executive offices, environmental operations, education, justice and health. Compare the setting and level of responsibility as well as the title. The identified Aboriginal Education role has specific eligibility, while several other vacancies have targeted questions or early closing times.
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Current roles in this shortlist
Added 20 October 2026
Administration Support Officer
Records, meetings and routine business processes support the Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator’s Governance and Strategy branch. This administration officer keeps information accessible and helps colleagues coordinate their work. The ongoing role combines office systems experience with an understanding of finance and human resources procedures, based in Parramatta or another NSW office by negotiation.
Application requirements
Resume; Cover letter explaining your interest and suitability
What to highlight
Accurate records and documentation; Finance and human resources administration; Coordinating competing requests
Added 20 October 2026
Executive Assistant, Clerk Grade 5/6
Senior executives at the NSW Ombudsman need timely support in an organisation that examines the fairness of government services. This assistant works in People, Performance and Sector Improvement, anticipating needs and handling sensitive or complex issues. Executive coordination, professional relationships and discretion sit at the centre of the role.
Application requirements
Cover letter, maximum 2 pages; CV; Combine the cover letter and CV into one document
What to highlight
Anticipating executive requirements; Handling sensitive information; Prioritising complex requests
Added 20 October 2026
Administrative Support Officer
The Leadership and Direction team supports Aboriginal Education and Communities across the Department of Education. Its administration officer maintains records and correspondence, coordinates meetings and helps track the annual work plan. This is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander vacancy, with understanding of Aboriginal education priorities central to the work.
Application requirements
Resume, maximum 5 pages; Cover letter, maximum 2 pages
What to highlight
Records and correspondence; Meeting and work-plan support; Working in Aboriginal education
Added 20 October 2026
Administration Assistant – Coffs Harbour Youth Justice Community Office
Reception and information referrals are part of daily work at the Coffs Harbour Youth Justice Community Office. This assistant also maintains records, supports meetings and handles financial and workforce transactions such as invoices and timesheets. The targeted recruitment welcomes all applicants, with preference for suitable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.
Application requirements
Resume, maximum 5 pages; Cover letter, maximum 3 pages, addressing both application questions
What to highlight
Using administrative technology; Solving an operational problem; Respectful customer and team support
Added 20 October 2026
Assistant Centre Administration Officer
Mid North Coast Correctional Centre needs administration across staff support, inmate records, stores and record management. The Aldavilla work includes face-to-face contact with offenders in a controlled environment. Ongoing and temporary opportunities are available, with confidentiality, accurate work and a calm approach to difficult interactions especially relevant.
Application requirements
Cover letter, maximum 2 pages; Current resume; use a maximum of 3 pages to satisfy both advertised resume limits; Responses to 2 pre-screening questions
What to highlight
Contributing to a reliable team; Responding to difficult customer behaviour; Accurate confidential administration
Added 20 October 2026
Administrative Support Officer, Metro, Grade 3/4
Almost 5,000 Sydney metropolitan SES volunteers are supported by a four-person administration team at Rhodes. This role contributes finance, procurement, equipment records and customer service to that work. The temporary five-day fortnight includes an expectation of overtime availability when severe weather creates additional operational demands.
Application requirements
Cover letter, maximum 1 page; Separate responses to 2 targeted questions, maximum 1 page per answer; Resume, maximum 4 pages
What to highlight
Responding promptly and accurately; Finance and procurement administration; Managing detailed competing work
Added 20 October 2026
Personal Assistant to the Director, Office of the CE
The Director, Office of the Chief Executive at Justice Health NSW needs meetings, correspondence and information requests organised around competing demands. This personal assistant anticipates diary priorities, drafts briefs and helps report on data. Committee papers, accurate minutes and action tracking are a substantial part of the support being sought.
Application requirements
Resume; Answers to 2 targeted questions
What to highlight
Working effectively with managers; Committee administration; Written and information support
Added 20 October 2026
Assistant Centre Administration Officer
Administration and stores positions are available across Metropolitan Special Programs Centre and Long Bay Hospital Correctional Centre in Malabar. Daily tasks include records, courier and mail services, procurement and assistance with inmate finance or assets. Reliable transactions and discretion help keep these operational units organised under pressure.
Application requirements
Cover letter, maximum 2 pages; Resume, maximum 5 pages
What to highlight
Reliable administrative records; Purchasing and financial support; Working under pressure with discretion
Added 20 October 2026
Executive Support Officer
The Coordinator General’s changing diary sits alongside urgent requests and confidential decisions in this executive-support role. You will coordinate meetings, travel, correspondence, approvals and expenses while judging what needs escalation. The permanent Sydney CBD appointment is explicitly in person and on site.
Application requirements
For roles at Transport For NSW prepare a 2 page cover letter, but also log in and view the application form as there are specific capability questions not listed in the job ad.
What to highlight
Managing a changing executive diary; Confidential correspondence and approvals; Corporate systems and coordination
Added 20 October 2026
Administrative Support Officer
Park operations in Wollongong need records, finance, meetings and customer enquiries handled reliably. This NPWS officer also supports procurement and human resources administration, with possible involvement in incident management during fires or search-and-rescue activity. The temporary appointment runs until 30 April 2027, with possible extension or ongoing appointment.
Application requirements
Resume; Cover letter expressing your interest and suitability
What to highlight
Records and systems; Financial and procurement processes; Adaptable operational support
Added 20 October 2026
Admin Officer Neuroscience Centre
Appointments, referrals and clinical letters keep the Neuroscience Centre’s patient administration moving at Randwick. This officer maintains patient information, coordinates clinics and supports billing and roster records. Medical administration experience and accurate transcription are important in work where small record errors can affect colleagues and families.
Application requirements
Resume, maximum 5 pages; Responses to 6 application questions
What to highlight
Medical administration and patient information; Typing and transcription; Systems and workload organisation
Added 14 October 2026
Divisional Administration Officer
Direct divisional business support across administration, finance, procurement, HR and operations.
Application requirements
CV; cover letter
What to highlight
Work collaboratively with stakeholders to improve systems, processes and service delivery across the Division.; The role includes supervision and development of one direct report, providing day-to-day guidance, coaching and support to ensure the delivery of high-quality administrative services and business support across the Division.; Working closely with the Senior Divisional Coordinator, Project Officer and divisional leadership team, you will support the delivery of administrative operations and business services in a complex and fast-paced environment.
Added 14 October 2026
Administration Officer (A03) – Casual – Macksville District Hospital
Direct hospital administration and multidisciplinary team support with clear office-process duties.
Application requirements
CV
What to highlight
sound administrative skills and knowledge of general office procedures; confident using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook; strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; well organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines; able to work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Added 14 October 2026
Administration Officer Level 2 – Ward Clerk
Direct ward-clerk work across patient records, clerical support, enquiries and daily hospital administration.
Application requirements
CV; individual responses to selection criteria
What to highlight
Direct ward-clerk work across patient records, clerical support, enquiries and daily hospital administration.
Added 14 October 2026
Administration Officer Outpatient Department
Direct outpatient administration, bookings, records, enquiries and clinic coordination.
Application requirements
CV; individual responses to selection criteria
What to highlight
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.; intments in a busy hospital setting * Join a supportive team committed to exceptional patient care Manage appointments, deliver outstanding customer service and build positive patient experiences in a fast-paced outpatient healthcare environment.
Added 14 October 2026
School Administrative Officer – Full time – Ongoing – Cammeraygal High School
Ongoing school administration covering office procedures, financial support and student welfare.
Application requirements
3 page cover letter; 5+ page CV; targeted question(s) – within cover letter; targeted question(s) – separate / standalone document; individual responses to selection criteria
What to highlight
Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.; Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.; Effective oral and written communication skills.; Ability to meet deadlines.; Ability to work with teachers and students.
Added 14 October 2026
Student Administrative Officer – Full Time – Ongoing – Blakehurst High School
Ongoing student administration with office, records, welfare and school-community support duties.
Application requirements
brief cover letter; 5+ page CV; targeted question(s) – within cover letter; targeted question(s) – online form box; individual responses to selection criteria
What to highlight
Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.; Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.; Effective oral and written communication skills.; Ability to meet deadlines.; Ability to work with teachers and students.
Added 14 October 2026
General Administrative Support Officer
Grade 1/2 clerical, reception and general administration at Burwood Police Area Command. Police check and security clearance required.
Application requirements
1 page cover letter; CV; targeted question(s) – online form box; targeted question(s) – separate / standalone document; 2 page cover letter
What to highlight
Grade 1/2 clerical, reception and general administration at Burwood Police Area Command. Police check and security clearance required.
Added 14 October 2026
Administrative & Customer Support Officer
Substantive administration, workflow, documentation and customer support for school improvement programs. Grade 5/6; WWCC required. Strong admin fit, not treated as entry-level graduate work.
Application requirements
CV; 2 page cover letter; targeted question(s) – online form box
What to highlight
demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education; knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG; The role is required to maintain efficiency, build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and ensure the timely delivery of essential support to schools.; About you * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.; Strong project management skills to support and deliver projects.
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