Environment Protection Authority Hiring for Administration Officer Job at Sydney Full Time

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Join a world class regulator and make a difference to the environment
• Be part of an inclusive, dynamic and vibrant team culture
• Grow in an organisation that prioritises your development and wellbeing
• Remunerations starting from $89,194 plus superannuation
• Several temporary (24-months) roles across both Metropolitan and Regional NSW

Due to significant growth and change within the NSW Environment Protect Authority (EPA) we have several exciting opportunities available for Administration Officers. We have positions across our Finance division and Governance Risk & Planning division.

About You

We are looking for experienced Administration Officers to support the development and delivery of key strategic projects. You will liaise with internal, cross agency and inter-jurisdictional committees to organise meeting logistics, finalising agendas and papers.

Developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships will be critical to this role. You will need to be confident delivering multiple projects, balancing conflicting priorities and negotiating workable timeframes with staff across the EPA seeking administrative support from this role.

As mentioned above, we have opportunities within the Finance team and the Governance & Risk team.

Finance

For these positions, we are seeing candidates who have finance or accounting training/ qualifications, or somebody who has experience supporting a finance team. You will be assisting with monthly reconciliations and preparation of journals, maintenance of cost centre owners and providing advice on the procurement process. As this role is in the Business Advisory & Partnering team, an enthusiastic, customer service attitude is important. We are committed to supporting development and career growth within the finance space, so being passionate about this field is critical for the role.

Governance Risk & Planning

These roles will see you support the Ministerial and Correspondence team who are responsible for coordinating and delivering accurate and timely responses and advice related to all parliamentary and ministerial requests. You will be providing administrative support for high-profile issues and projects, as well as assisting with continuous improvement and change initiatives. These are exciting opportunities for dynamic and high calibre candidates, who have fantastic interpersonal skills and who pride themselves in their attention to detail.

For more information read the full Role Description: Administration Officer.

About us

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is the state’s primary environmental regulator. Our vision is for New South Wales to have a healthy environment, healthy community and healthy business. We believe healthy ecosystems are the foundation for healthy communities, a healthy economy and for enhancing liveability.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments – we invite you to discuss what flexibility you value. We are committed to the Premier’s Priorities and welcome applications from all.

The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.

For more information on the work we do at NSW EPA, go to www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-environment

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Guide to applying for a role in the NSW public sector

Applications close: 11.59pm Wednesday 15th September 2021.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Gemma Battison, at [email protected] or 0499 944 566.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.

Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to:

• provide alternative formats to apply
• make adjustments to the recruitment process
• offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on [email protected] (please include reference number).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country https://www.dpie.nsw.gov.au/premiers-priorities/our-mob-on-country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

Responsibilities

Please refer to the role description.