Administrative Assistant

Charles Sturt University; Albury City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Charles Sturt University in Albury/Wodonga seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide clerical support, manage records, payments and accounts, and assist with government reporting. The role emphasizes a welcoming experience for families and effective communication with staff and the public.

The position is part-time (24 hours/week), fixed-term up to 6 months, at Level 4 with a salary of AUD 51,971 to AUD 56,416 per year plus 17% superannuation. A pre-employment screening is required.

Qualifications

• Administration and clerical experience with ability to manage priorities.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook and ability to learn new systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to the Director and Centre staff.
• Maintain electronic and manual records and manage attendance and payments.
• Process accounts and purchase orders and assist with reporting.
• Support compliance and ensure a safe, welcoming childcare environment.

Skills

Administrative experience

Clerical experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Join a supportive team in a nurturing early learning environment
• Make a difference supporting children, families and educators
• Enjoy a varied administrative role with opportunities to grow

The role

• Part time, Fixed term up to 6 months (24 hours a week)
• Level 4 - $51,971 to $56,416 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Albury Wodonga

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our Children's Centre team. In this role, you will provide a range of clerical and administrative support to the Director, Assistant Director and Centre staff, helping ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the service. As a key first point of contact, you will play an important role in creating a welcoming and positive experience for families, carers and prospective clients.

Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate electronic and manual records, managing attendance and payment information, processing accounts and purchase orders, assisting with government reporting requirements and facilitating communication with families. You will also support the ongoing administrative and compliance requirements of the Centre, contributing to a collaborative team environment that is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and high-quality early learning experience.

About you

• Demonstrated administrative and clerical experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook, and the ability to learn and use various software systems.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and provide friendly, responsive service to families, staff and the wider community.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to use initiative, exercise sound judgement and work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A genuine commitment to supporting children and families, with an understanding of the importance of providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive childcare environment.

Desirable (not essential): A Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or some knowledge or experience within the early childhood education and care sector, would be advantageous.

As part of this recruitment, a pre-employment functional screening is required.

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University - our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities - to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Learn more about the Early Learning and Nurture Centre here.

Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Disclosure Requirement

Applicants may be required to disclose information relating to gender-based violence allegations or findings as part of the University's recruitment and screening processes.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Job specific enquiries: Monica Graham | Director, Children's Centre | [e-mail]